Discussing the subject with fellow former child actor Drew Barrymore, Lovato said: “There’s no manual on how to raise a child star.
Here is what 10 former child stars had to say about surviving their childhoods in show business.
Celebrity can be incredibly damaging for many child stars, with mental health problems and addiction often associated with the pressures of the spotlight.
In some cases, child stars have managed to navigate successful adult careers in the industry, such as Jodie Foster or Demi Lovato.