Ben Affleck leaves the club after the end of his rehab

Outside and about. Ben Affleck went out into L.A. Brentwood's neighborhood after leaving re-education.

the Justice League star, 46, was wearing sunglasses and a navy blue jacket when she was released on Thursday, October 4, shortly after the release of a statement regarding her treatment program.

"This week, I went on a 40-day stay in an alcohol addiction treatment center and stayed in ambulatory care," he wrote via Instagram earlier on Thursday. "The support I received from my family, my colleagues and my fans means more than I can say. It gave me the strength and support to talk about my illness to others. Fighting all addictions is a difficult struggle that lasts a lifetime. Because of this, we are never really in or out of treatment. It's a full time commitment. I am fighting for myself and my family.

"So many people have contacted social media and talked about their own substance abuse journey. To these people, I want to thank you. Your strength inspires and supports me in ways that I did not think were possible, "he added. "It helps to know that I am not alone. As I must remember, if you have a problem, getting help is a sign of courage, not weakness or failure. With acceptance and humility, I continue to avail myself of the help of many people and I am grateful to all who are there for me. I hope to be able to offer an example to those who have trouble in the future. "

On August 22, the Oscar winner enrolled in rehab Jennifer Garner, participated in an intervention at his home in L.A.'s Pacific Palisades neighborhood, which was also attended by a sober coach. Affleck had already applied for treatment in 2001 and 2017.

Garner, also 46, strongly supported Affleck during his recovery. A source has already said We weekly that the 13 Continue 30 star had delayed his divorce proceedings from the Argo The actor must give him "the time and opportunity to work on his health and sobriety … Jen is just not ready to solve the problems of custody until she is completely sure of its cleanliness.

But the couple, who separated in June 2015 and shares Violet, 12, Seraphina, 9, and Samuel, 6, could now be on the verge of finalizing their divorce. Garner filed documents on Monday, Oct. 1 to ask a private judge to settle the case.

If you or someone you know is dealing with an addiction, contact SAMHSA's National Helpline Service (Addiction and Mental Health Services Administration) at 1-800-662-HELP (4357).

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