The actor announced he recently sought treatment in a surprise Facebook post.
In his heartfelt admission, Affleck credited his estranged wife with supporting him and their three kids.
A source tells ET that the Oscar winner feels he 'has nothing to hide' and wants to do everything possible to 'be a better father.'
'There is no shame in getting help when you need it,' the 44-year-old actor wrote on Facebook.
The estranged couple are continuing to focus on their children.
Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner remain dedicated to co-parenting.
A source tells ET nothing has changed since the split was announced nearly two years ago.
Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck continue to have "so much love and respect for one another" nearly two years after their split, a source tells ET.
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Ben Affleck is getting candid about his past mistakes and on-screen future.
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The kind words come amid rumors that the estranged couple is reconciling.
Ben revealed the most important moment in his life in a new interview with The New York Times.