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Originally Posted by Lily
Actually, a lot of child stars grow up to be pretty balanced. We just hear about the messed-up ones a lot more because it makes for good gossip.
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Some grow up to be balanced like Jodie Foster. Most have a whole series of problems, even if they are not publicized. The Screen Actors' Guild has done some interesting studies on it, and there was a documentary on TV a while ago with a number of former child stars talking about issues they faced/face, many of whom are not household names.
It's difficult for anyone, child or adult, to be famous and then suddenly...not be. That's an emotional minefield for anyone, but especially children who are the least equipped to handle it. And some also have severe problems with their parents, many of whom manage their careers and despite laws to prevent exploitation, profit heavily from their child's labour.