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Noah Schnapp Urges Mandatory Therapy for Child Actors as Stranger Things Nears Finale

He calls child stardom an abnormal life requiring professional support beyond parents.

Overview

  • Schnapp says his view shifted after attending therapy himself, despite once thinking he did not need it as a child.
  • He describes growing up in the public eye as uniquely challenging, with youthful mistakes preserved online.
  • He warns that industry pressures can contribute to depression, substance use and eating disorders for young performers.
  • He aligns with Ariana Grande’s earlier call for mandated mental-health care for children working in entertainment.
  • His remarks arrive during the staggered release of Stranger Things’ final season, with the series finale scheduled for December 31.