history: years ago i was stuck in a cycle of addiction and could not take care of my family and responsibilities.  a few years back i was addicted to drugs and alcohol... i could not take care of my responsibilities...
current: I'm glad you're feeling better. I'm sorry you went through that, I hear that addition is tough and often starts after having a major surgical operation.
next: it started when i was 14 i was hanging out with the wrong people and i got really bad before i realized i needed help. i went to rehab and changed my life around, i stay healthy these days i'm about a year sober