Demi Lovato On Sharing Her Struggles

LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- With a new album on the way and a birthday this coming weekend, Demi Lovato was beaming when Access Hollywood spoke to her on Sunday at the Do Something Awards, especially when it came to speaking out about her recent struggles. The more that people tell their story, the more therapeutic it becomes, a radiant Demi said. Also, if Im able to share my story and it helps someone, then Ive done my part. Demi told Access she feels empowered to be so honest due, in part, to her loyal supporters. My fans are dealing with some of the same issues, she continued. And if I am a role model, then I need to speak up and be there for them. The star, who turns 19 on Saturday, told Access shell be celebrating her birthday at Kim Kardashain and Kris Humphries wedding in Montecito. Im so excited, [Kims wedding] falls on my birthday, she explained. So, its going to be my birthday and I get to spend it at Kims wedding. Demi added that Kim will help her celebrate turning a year older on a different night, Shes going to come to my birthday party. Copyright 2011 by NBC Universal, Inc. All rights reserved.This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.