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[norniron 0]

Gazzas former captin at Spurs, Gary Mabbut explains a bit about whats been happening and how hes getting help . I hope it all works out.

Official Website Article

[eastcoastbear 122]

Fingers crossed. Best wishes to the man.

[norniron 0]

Here is the article for people who don't want to click the link

As the media embargo, originally requested to secure privacy for Paul, has now been lifted, the Club would like to provide our supporters with an update on the position regarding our former midfield great Paul Gascoigne.

Gazza, one of English football's favourite sons, was yesterday sectioned under the Mental Health Act and will receive treatment for an enforced period of six months.

The gravity of his problems came to light in February when he was first sectioned and Gary Mabbutt, the Club, the Professional Footballers' Association and the Football Association, along with other footballing friends and family of the 42-year-old privately came together with the aim of providing the former England international with the medical care he required.

There remains the need for enforced and prolonged treatment, which Gary feels Gazza will now receive.

"Since Paul was first sectioned in February a number of people came together quietly - the Club, both directly and through the Tottenham Tribute Trust, the FA, the PFA - to provide support both practical and financial - and to work, along with his friends and family, with his specialists to get the best treatment for him," said Gary, captain during Gazza's three-year spell at the Lane from 1988-91.

"We were able to get treatment for Paul at the Priory and other clinics, but the problem was that when he was sober he would discharge himself only to relapse again.

"He was on the road to self-destruction so, after making every effort to protect his privacy, it was decided that we must enter the public domain in order to put some pressure through the media on the powers that be to have him sectioned.

"The Club has been kept very much up to date with everything and I have liaised with them on a daily basis. It has been a case of us all striving to help Paul through this difficult period of time."

Gary stressed that a dependence on alcohol is one of a number, but not the root cause, of Gazza's problems.

"I must make it clear that Paul is not just an alcoholic, that is not the situation. Some articles have portrayed this as simply an addiction to alcohol, but that is a symptom rather than a cause and there are far more serious problems that have to be addressed. He suffers from several disorders, including manic depression, that add to a pretty nasty cocktail of things going on in his head.

"Unfortunately, until they cure the first problem, they can't cure the second, third and fourth problem.

"The good thing now is that treatment can be administered on a sustained basis to deal with his addictions and other problems."

Daniel Levy, acknowledging the contribution made by Gary, said, "Gary Mabbutt has played an important role in helping Paul - he has worked tirelessly to help him through his difficult times and been a central point of liaison for support. While the plight of Paul has in some quarters been put down to one of simply alcoholism, Gary has highlighted the real cause of Paul's illness. With great patience and determination he has continued to gather support for his former teammate and called for him to be sectioned for his own long-term benefit.

"The fact that Paul is now sectioned offers him a real chance of recovery and I am sure I speak for many in saying we wish him well."

[JohnKnox 0]

Just listened to his close pal Gary Mabbut who is trying to help him and he reckons Gazza will not listen to advice

Once he goes in for detox he decides a couple of days later he is ok signs himself out and goes and does everything again relapses more or less, bevvy drugs he didnt elaborate exactly ??

Seems Gazzas worst enemy is himself

[cowtipper 0]

Here is the article for people who don't want to click the link

As the media embargo, originally requested to secure privacy for Paul, has now been lifted, the Club would like to provide our supporters with an update on the position regarding our former midfield great Paul Gascoigne.

Gazza, one of English football's favourite sons, was yesterday sectioned under the Mental Health Act and will receive treatment for an enforced period of six months.

The gravity of his problems came to light in February when he was first sectioned and Gary Mabbutt, the Club, the Professional Footballers' Association and the Football Association, along with other footballing friends and family of the 42-year-old privately came together with the aim of providing the former England international with the medical care he required.

There remains the need for enforced and prolonged treatment, which Gary feels Gazza will now receive.

"Since Paul was first sectioned in February a number of people came together quietly - the Club, both directly and through the Tottenham Tribute Trust, the FA, the PFA - to provide support both practical and financial - and to work, along with his friends and family, with his specialists to get the best treatment for him," said Gary, captain during Gazza's three-year spell at the Lane from 1988-91.

"We were able to get treatment for Paul at the Priory and other clinics, but the problem was that when he was sober he would discharge himself only to relapse again.

"He was on the road to self-destruction so, after making every effort to protect his privacy, it was decided that we must enter the public domain in order to put some pressure through the media on the powers that be to have him sectioned.

"The Club has been kept very much up to date with everything and I have liaised with them on a daily basis. It has been a case of us all striving to help Paul through this difficult period of time."

Gary stressed that a dependence on alcohol is one of a number, but not the root cause, of Gazza's problems.

"I must make it clear that Paul is not just an alcoholic, that is not the situation. Some articles have portrayed this as simply an addiction to alcohol, but that is a symptom rather than a cause and there are far more serious problems that have to be addressed. He suffers from several disorders, including manic depression, that add to a pretty nasty cocktail of things going on in his head.

"Unfortunately, until they cure the first problem, they can't cure the second, third and fourth problem.

"The good thing now is that treatment can be administered on a sustained basis to deal with his addictions and other problems."

Daniel Levy, acknowledging the contribution made by Gary, said, "Gary Mabbutt has played an important role in helping Paul - he has worked tirelessly to help him through his difficult times and been a central point of liaison for support. While the plight of Paul has in some quarters been put down to one of simply alcoholism, Gary has highlighted the real cause of Paul's illness. With great patience and determination he has continued to gather support for his former teammate and called for him to be sectioned for his own long-term benefit.

"The fact that Paul is now sectioned offers him a real chance of recovery and I am sure I speak for many in saying we wish him well."

respect to Gary Mabbutt and the others helping him.

It's important that they are going after the causes of his alcoholism such as his manic depression, as well as the alcohol dependency.

[WATP52 0]

Best of luck Gazza. My favorite player

[norniron 0]

Just listened to his close pal Gary Mabbut who is trying to help him and he reckons Gazza will not listen to advice

Once he goes in for detox he decides a couple of days later he is ok signs himself out and goes and does everything again relapses more or less, bevvy drugs he didnt elaborate exactly ??

Seems Gazzas worst enemy is himself

With him now being sectioned he can't check out untill 6 months according to the article, so hopefully some sort of progress can be made.

[JohnKnox 0]

Just listened to his close pal Gary Mabbut who is trying to help him and he reckons Gazza will not listen to advice

Once he goes in for detox he decides a couple of days later he is ok signs himself out and goes and does everything again relapses more or less, bevvy drugs he didnt elaborate exactly ??

Seems Gazzas worst enemy is himself

With him now being sectioned he can't check out untill 6 months according to the article, so hopefully some sort of progress can be made.

Thats what Mabbut was hoping he would do but Gazza reckons he doesnt need it thats the problem

He wants to detox for a couple of days and then he thinks all is ok

[SuperRangers 2]

What exactly are our club doing to help Gazza ffs ?

I dont think Murray gives two fucks to be honest :angry2:

[CF5LOYAL 0]

I got quite emotional just reading that. I pray to god they can help him and he can stay clean.

A big well done to Tottenham and Gary Mabbut.

Get well soon Gazza

[norniron 0]

Just listened to his close pal Gary Mabbut who is trying to help him and he reckons Gazza will not listen to advice

Once he goes in for detox he decides a couple of days later he is ok signs himself out and goes and does everything again relapses more or less, bevvy drugs he didnt elaborate exactly ??

Seems Gazzas worst enemy is himself

With him now being sectioned he can't check out untill 6 months according to the article, so hopefully some sort of progress can be made.

Thats what Mabbut was hoping he would do but Gazza reckons he doesnt need it thats the problem

He wants to detox for a couple of days and then he thinks all is ok

thats why its an enforced 6 months so he can't check out anymore and he'll get some proper tretment.

[BLUE CYCLOPS 26]

When Gazza,s problems first hit the headlines a few months ago, I had a post on here suggesting some sort of charity tournament/match with the proceeds going towards his treatment.

Since then, nothing. Mabbut.Venables, Spurs,SAF have all had their say, but nothing from Rangers.

At least, nothing that I,ve heard. I,m open to correction if I,m wrong, but what sort of f***ing club are we running that we appear to be ignoring one of our legends when he needs help the most.

I find it difficult to imagine that WS and Ally would let this pass in their individual capacity,but FFS, can the club not say something publically?Or this this another example of SDM/MB invisable man act when we are all looking for some leadership/direction from the club.

[mackerel 0]

Aw the best Paul, get well soon.

[chewbacca 8]

When Gazza,s problems first hit the headlines a few months ago, I had a post on here suggesting some sort of charity tournament/match with the proceeds going towards his treatment.

Since then, nothing. Mabbut.Venables, Spurs,SAF have all had their say, but nothing from Rangers.

At least, nothing that I,ve heard. I,m open to correction if I,m wrong, but what sort of f***ing club are we running that we appear to be ignoring one of our legends when he needs help the most.

I find it difficult to imagine that WS and Ally would let this pass in their individual capacity,but FFS, can the club not say something publically?Or this this another example of SDM/MB invisable man act when we are all looking for some leadership/direction from the club.

There is no need for the club to say anything, we all know how the people at Rangers feel about the situation with Paul. They will be no different to you and I. The club does not have make a statement just so they look good in a PR sense!

I doubt they'll beable to remove his manic depression but hopefully they can help train Paul to adapt his life to the illness.

This might be selfish of me but I truly hope in a couple of years time Paul may feature in a charity match at Ibrox. I would just love to see him play again in the red white and blue and I guess if he were able to play then his demons may have been conquered. That is a selfish thought, but really I just hope he can find some form of happiness or at least contentment in his life once again.

He'll never read this but still, please take care Paul

[Gaffbear 4,096]

What exactly are our club doing to help Gazza ffs ?

I dont think Murray gives two fucks to be honest :angry2:

Murray cares about 2 things..himself and money

Good luck Gazza son........once out Rangers should invite him to do the half time draw.........imagine the cheers for him

[bluesmoggie 0]

Well done to Gary Mabbutt for helping gazza hopefully he'll get the help he needs now, all the best GAZZA

:unionflag: :bouncy:

[HighlandBear 1]

Are you lot trying to tell me that none of youse have ever fallen asleep in the hairdressers..

Mountain out of a molehill, the man's just having a few beers and some snozzle, he'll soon realise and get a grip.

Who knows. He might even turn into a hypocritical bassa like merson, Adams & Co!

PS, tongue firmly in cheek.

[Amac9 2,060]

Get well soon Gazza