This post features discussion of substance abuse issues.
Demi Lovato's sister Madison De La Garza has been sober for over eight months — and she couldn't have done it without her older sis.
In a candid new interview, the 21-year-old director and former Desperate Housewives actor opened up about dealing with substance abuse and addiction, much like Demi.
Thankfully, Madison says she's now 248 days into her "journey of recovery," and it's been completely life changing.
"I went through a lot of things last year that made me want to stay in bed, made me want to hide from the world," Madison shared with E! News. "My best friend was substances, and it disconnected me from those around me."
When she realized she was "really struggling" and her addiction was not only impacting her relationship with her friends but also her mom, she knew she "had to make a change."
With Demi's support and by personally knowing what the singer had experienced, Madison was able to begin her own recovery.
"She obviously gives me a lot of great sister advice, but I think it’s more powerful to see her in action and especially seeing her tell her story," Madison said.
