Paul Gascoigne suggests childhood trauma could be linked to his alcoholism

Paul Gascoigne links his alcoholism and mental health struggles to childhood trauma, specifically the tragic death of a boy he held at age eight, as revealed in his new book, Eight.

• In his new book, 'Eight', Paul Gascoigne reflects on how witnessing the death of an eight-year-old boy in his arms impacted his mental health and contributed to his alcoholism.
• Gascoigne, a former England international who played from 1988 to 1998, is regarded as one of England's greatest playmakers, highlighting the personal struggles behind his public persona.
• The revelation in 'Eight' sheds light on the often-overlooked connection between childhood trauma and adult substance abuse, raising awareness about mental health issues in sports.