Diddy’s Party Life Is Over, Prison Time Likely a Blessing, Dr. Drew Says

Prior to his prison sentence, Diddy claimed to be a changed man … but the true test won’t occur until he is out … ’cause he must say RIP to his party life, Dr. Drew tells TMZ.

As you know … Diddy got four years behind bars for his transportation for prostitution convictions — and while pleading his case for his immediate freedom, the mogul swore he was a new man.

Dr. Drew tells TMZ … he truly believes Diddy meant what he said — he is a changed man who’s learned some hard lessons — but he’s facing a major uphill battle if he wants the change to be permanent.

In Drew’s determination, Diddy is clearly a sex addict … and he’s going to require years of extensive treatment after he’s outta the joint … or it’s likely he’ll plummet right back to rock bottom.

The good doctor tells us … Diddy’s life has got be vastly different once he’s a free man again … ’cause forced sobriety ain’t going to hold. So, in other words — the parties and freak-offs better be over.

As far as a silver lining, Dr. Drew says being cut off from the overindulgence of sex and alleged drug abuse is a possible blessing. If Diddy is serious about changing his life … being locked away for a few years will allow him to build a better sobriety foundation to build real self-work on once he’s free.