We hope this report is not true.
New rumors are swirling around Demi Lovato, as tabloids have published photos that appear to depict the Disney star's troubling habit of cutting herself, a self-mutilation reaction that some use to deal with difficult emotional issues.
Speculation first started around eight months, as the first set of questionable pics were released, seemingly showing Lovato's scarred wrists.
Now, Star Magazine has unleashed the pictures below:
"Demi has been really stressed out about her new show, Sonny with a Chance," a source told Star. "She's not getting enough downtime because there is so much work involved, and she's always being pulled in different directions."
Can such pressure lead to destructive behavior? Yes, says Jennifer Austin Leigh, a doctor that has never treated Lovato, yet, apparently, has also never turned down an opportunity for fame.
"Cutting is how she can let go of the stress that has built up inside - when she cuts herself, it's a way to cope," said the San Francisco–based psychologist.
Write in and show your support for Lovato. Hang in there, Demi.
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109 Comments
July 21st, 2009 8:07 AM
WTF???
NO...NOOOOOOO.
demi shouldn't cut! i know the consequences! =)) jeez I'M NOT EMO, OKAY? i just know someone.
July 21st, 2009 8:41 AM
Demi,
I'm your fan and I don't blame you for doing this, I can't even imagine the kind of work you have to do... Well, hang in there and it will get better, but don't forget who you really are...
jessi
July 21st, 2009 10:25 AM
hey Demi,
I can't imagine what your going thru. Everything will be fine. Please stop cutting yourself, it only makes things worse.
Jen
July 21st, 2009 2:30 PM
okay demi,
i know u have a very stress ful life right now but please
dont cut yourself u r wayy to responsible for that!im asking u kindly as a fan please.
July 21st, 2009 2:59 PM
please Demi... dont cut urself... it will only make things worse in the end...if u are stressed just take time to have a sleepover with Selena or to just have fun...
July 21st, 2009 3:27 PM
Whoa! Please let me correct the record for Demi's sake. Star showed me the pix and I said it is "possible" she is cutting, given the nature of the marks on her arm. I told them that no one could be sure from just a picture. But they were going to run the story, and promised to turn it into a responsible story about what causes girls to cut and what parents need to know about it and where to turn to for help. This blog didn't cover the full story and assumes Demi is cutting and assumes I said she is. I did not. Girls need help in dealing with cutting. We need to talk more about it in the open and not shame people who do it. I hope any girl who cuts reaches out for help.
July 21st, 2009 5:11 PM
Shes not cutting...thats why the link says GOSSIP!! she said its from her bracelets....and idk maybe it is true..i just hope not...shes a role model for a lot of little girls...ages 4+ maybe younger..so if you are...Demi PLEASE STOP!
July 21st, 2009 7:07 PM
I doubt demi is cutting herself she's not that kind of person she would never do anything like that she is a great role model for kids and teens same with selena there best friends and selena would never let her do anything like that.
July 21st, 2009 10:57 PM
I'm really worried about you Demi, I care about you a lot and I don't want to see you get hurt so please stop cutting yourself
July 22nd, 2009 2:23 AM
DEMI I LOVE YOU !
I used to cut myself and it's not worth it babe.
You're amazing, we all love you.
You have Selena, and you need to talk to someone if that's what's going on, it's always best to talk it out. Cutting is very, VERY dangerous and it's not good to scar your beautiful skin in such a way. Keep your head up gorgeous, and God Bless you.
xoxox.