You may believe that all movie stars are infallible and lead glamorous and have always lead happy, fulfilled lives, but in reality, stars are just as vulnerable if not more so than any one of us.
Here is a brief list of celebrities who have overcome their old self-harming habits, and have gone on to be successful and healthy:
- Angelina Jolie
She has admitted to self harm, bouts of depression and anorexia in her younger days. Jolie has become a well known philanthropist as well as an academy award winning actress.
- Johnny Depp
Johnny Depp went through an experimental cutting phase in his youth. Depp no longer harms himself and continues to make great films.
- Demi Lovato
Demi Lovato has been to rehab for her self destructive behavior in the past and has been open about her struggles with bi-polar depression, bulimia and cutting. Lovato is a solid role model for those dealing with mental illness and self-harm.
- Lindsay Lohan
The sometimes controversial actress has been arrested multiple times and has battled a substance abuse addiction and has overcome self-harm. Lindsay has been staying out of the spotlight, but hopefully will make a comeback soon.
- Russel Brand
Famous comedian Russel Brand has been an advocate for heroin addiction awareness and has admitted to being addicted to sex and cutting as well. Brand is now clean and continues to be a supporter of addicts rights.
- Drew Barrymore
The multi-talented actress had a troubled childhood that led to self harm and an eventual suicide attempt. Barrymore sought out treatment which helped her become the success she is today.
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