Former In Flames and current The Resistance guitarist Jesper Strömblad has revealed he is battling depression and anxiety and in a new posting from his Facebook page, he has posted a lengthy message explaining his current situation:

Fans and friends,

“I decided it was time for me to write something about the current situation with me. As you noticed I been pretty inactive with the band and with updating my site etc. Want to explain a little why. I am battling severe depression and anxiety problems, and have done for over 20 years now. My problem at least 5/10 times have to take the easy way out. I been drinking, and threw back whatever I get my hands on, just to numb my constant pain both in my broken soul and body. I’m on a great program now that will take me back to the person I once was, and are very positive about it, so don´t doubt I will be back! Obviously with my family in The Resistance, finishing my solo album and other projects. But I have to get well first, that’s my (number 1) priority. But I pick up the axe every day and I find it more and more exciting to play again!

“I want to give my apologies for people that came from far to see the real Line-up with TR this summer, and I haven’t be able to do it. I’m really sorry about that. But be sure I be back with a vengeance! I will fight my demons till the day I die, and I will play till the day I day die.... I do everything in my power to get better. And I’m on the right path. See you on stage somewhere soon, and my solo album will be in (your) ears soon. This takes time, but I will FIGHT! I would be so glad if you have you guys behind me! Love ya all. May the force be with you!!!!!

“Love & Respect To the Death”