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Many professionals in the drug treatment field will tell you that the only way to handle an addiction to drugs and alcohol is to check into and complete a drug rehab program.

While this is true in almost all cases, a recent article indicates it’s not the only form of help. Pop star, and former soap star, Jason Donovan credits his 7-year-old daughter with helping him kick the habit. Although Donovan didn’t quit when she was born, as she got older he realized he was setting a bad example. Drugs became less appealing and he eventually stopped using. He’s been sober now for years.

Having worked in drug treatment for years, I can tell you that’s very unusual – I’ve seen fewer than five clients actually stop drugs by themselves. Some would stop for a while, but never completely.

While no one can deny that having a child often causes a person to drastically change their life, it’s not usually enough to end drug addiction. However, in Jason Donovan’s case, it looks like he might make it without doing a drug rehab program.