Looking from the outside, I had the perfect life.
A good marriage, a good career and a perfect home. But then suddenly, everything fell apart.
I had a nervous breakdown and was sectioned under the Mental Health Act. I had no idea what had happened or why. Thankfully, I had my family there to support me.
My now ex-husband, my daughter Natalie, my parents Joan and Allen, and my brother Keith - they were all there, helping me get better. When I was discharged, I had to see a psychiatrist.
I really struggled to deal with my illness, and I turned to alcohol and prescribed drugs to help. So, I was forced to give up my job.
And so, about 18 months later, I decided that I needed something to…
