The You Rock Foundation: Richard Patrick of Filter

Richard Patrick, frontman for Filter (and the supergroups, Army of Anyone & The Damning Well), talks to us about his suicide attempt, alcoholism, and how asking for help made a massive difference in his life.
Interview conducted by Joseph Penola | Videography by Laura Desantis-Olsson | Edited by Pawl Bazile | Music by John Penola
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Be a part of the solution. Let’s stop this pandemic in it’s tracks. Don’t ignore the chance to get help for yourself or someone else you know who may be in crisis.
To speak to someone who will understand and help you find the hope your deserve, call The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, or text 741741 to Crisis Text Line. These services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
1-800-273-TALK (8255) | suicidepreventionlifeline.org
Crisis Text Line | crisistextline.org
Many people do not seek treatment in the early stages of mental illness because they do not recognize the symptoms. Screening can help.
Screening is an anonymous, free, and private way to learn about your mental health and if you are showing warning signs of a mental illness. Don’t wait to get help, take a free screening, and act Before Stage 4.
Mental Health America | mentalhealthamerica.net

[@ChristopherBlake596]

I love you Richard. You've been an influence on me since I heard of you.

[@dellcoats4648]

Thanks rich,for telling your story about your struggles with alcoholism 😊😊😊😊😊

[@bigdog517]

Thanks for this

[@jesseregenauer630]

Just learned of this.... You and your brother kick ass... I had NO IDEA you were the brother of the liquid Terminator II guy.... You bring attention to the plight of guys like Bud Dwyer and REAAAALY stimulate thought.......

[@valeriemccutchen2992]

Love you Richard...you don't lie. You have been honest, and yes it sucks to be that way.worrying about others opinions, or no ability to get coping skills unless you numb yourself...I have to say friend....you have a beautiful day huh..

[@valeriemccutchen2992]

I never meant to be mean to you....just saying.

[@lindseyforeman4786]

God I needed this. it is NOT my business to know what others think of me... That's hard enough for me on a daily basis. Thank you!!!

[@christoperswinehart7504]

your one the coolest guys richard and of course your brother rocks too

[@yourerightiamright.3709]

christopher swinehart who is his brother?

[@mymindsamoshpit9061]

Jeff Lucy Robert Patrick T-1000

[@molletre9606]

Its good to hear from him his story and how he worked himself out of it, I am sure he could tell some horror stories back from the NIN days.

[@TheDmanMA]

fuckin awesome...i can relate. its scary...

[@carlosescalante8059]

Traduction in spanish please!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@vman33]

check the setting function on the video, it usually works