Few young Hollywood starlets have been able to avoid the pitfalls of growing up in the spotlight.  Miley Cyrus has become one of the stereotypically poor young Hollywood role models.

It is safe to say that Cyrus has certainly stepped out of the shadow of her father.  Unfortunately, a large amount of her fame has come from less than desirable sources.

While her fame originally arose from the popular kid’s show “Hannah Montana,” Cyrus’s behavior since reaching stardom has been anything but appropriate for a role model for young kids.

She has been involved in scandals which range from racy bra-showing pictures that have appeared on the Internet to the now infamous Vanity Fair photo shoot, in which she appeared to be topless.

Additionally, in late 2008, Cyrus, who was 15 at the time, began a relationship with 20 year-old model Justin Gaston.  This is hardly the type of behavior that young girls should be emulating. 

In 2009, Cyrus pole-danced while performing on the Teen Choice Awards.  She has also developed an inclination for going on stage wearing super short shorts with low-cut, bra-revealing shirts.   Miley, no one wants to see that.

Now 17, Cyrus informed “People Magazine” that she has recently purchased a place of her own to live in. 

Okay, Miley, you are 17 years old.  While I understand that you may feel worldlier than most 17 year olds because you are not in high school, you are still a kid. 

Judging from your past behavior, living with your parents is exactly what you need because you still have a great deal of growing up left to do. 

Caite Beth Shauck can be reached for comment at [email protected]