Former U.S. Rep. Patrick Kennedy says Jackson `` is getting the help he needs '' Jackson is a patient at Minnesota 's famed Mayo Clinic . The former congressman said in an interview with CNN that Jackson's condition has improved and his doctors are optimistic about his recovery. Kennedy says stress `` clearly , I think '' played a role in Jackson 's outbreak of illness .
Former U.S. Rep. Patrick Kennedy says Jackson `` is getting the help he needs '' Jackson is a patient at Minnesota 's famed Mayo Clinic . Jackson may announce whether he will stay in office in a couple weeks , Kennedy says . Kennedy says stress `` clearly , I think '' played a role in Jackson 's outbreak of illness .