Jake Lloyd, who rose to fame as Anakin Skywalker in 1999's Star Wars: Episode 1 — The Phantom Menace, is opening up about his mental health struggles.

Jake Lloyd, known for his role as a young Anakin Skywalker in “Star Wars: Episode I — The Phantom Menace,” is giving fans an update on his mental health struggles after he was diagnosed with schizophrenia more than a decade ago.

I n the interview, Lisa discloses that Jake wasn't previously able to properly recognize his schizophrenia diagnosis because of a neurological condition called anosognosia, which

"I can now accept taking on continued treatment, and therapy, and my meds. Everyone's been very supportive," he said.

In a recent interview with author Clayton Sandell, Jake Lloyd -- who is best known for playing a young Anakin Skywalker in 1999's Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace -- shared a rare update on his mental health amid his struggles with schizophrenia.

Former child actor Jake Lloyd, who played young Anakin Skywalker in "Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace," shared a positive mental health update after being diagnosed with schizophrenia.

Jake Lloyd, known his role as young Anakin Skywalker in "Star Wars," has shared an update on his ongoing journey with schizophrenia.