Know All About Patrick J. Adams's Mental Health, Family & His Decision To Leave Suits After 7 Seasons!

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Why did Patrick J. Adams walk away from Suits at its peak? The actor opens up about his challenges and a pivotal choice that changed everything. Catch the full story in the video!

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00:00Actor Patrick J. Adams has opened up about why he decided to leave the popular TV show

00:06Suits after seven seasons.

00:08Speaking on Jesse Tyler Ferguson's podcast, Adams shared that mental health struggles

00:13and drinking too much made him realize it was time to step away.

00:17The only reason to stay was money and I never regretted leaving, he admitted.

00:25During season 7 of Suits, Adams said he faced serious challenges with his mental health.

00:30I wasn't taking good care of myself and was drinking too much, he said.

00:35This took a toll on his relationships and his role as a father.

00:39I didn't want to be that dad who wasn't perfect, he explained.

00:44Further, Adams shared how quitting alcohol changed his life.

00:48The best thing I ever did was stop drinking, he shared.

00:52This decision helped him work on his mental health, his marriage and being a better father.

00:59When deciding not to return for season 8, Adams talked with his mother who advised him

01:04against staying just for the money.

01:06He agreed saying it was the right thing for my marriage.

01:11These days, Patrick J. Adams is focused on his family and new projects.

01:16He also hosts a podcast with Suits co-star Sarah Rafferty where they re-watch episodes

01:21and reflect on the show's success.

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