15 celebrities describe what it’s like to have ADHD as an adult
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ADHD, despite being most commonly diagnosed in children, is a behavioural disorder that often lasts into adulthood. Many of the most high-profile celebrities we know, like Solange Knowles, Adam Levine and Simone Biles, have ADHD – and it clearly hasn’t stopped them from succeeding. ADHD, also known as ADD, stands for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and it can cause impulsivity, difficulty maintaining focus and an overactive mind. Symptoms can range from mild to severe, and from hearing what celebrities who have ADHD say about the condition, not everyone’s experiences are the same.
Paris Hilton is someone who’s been living with ADHD from a young age, just like Maroon 5’s Adam Levine, and as they’ve grown older, it’s got easier to manage. Spice Girl Mel B says that exercise helps clear her mind, while crafting is something that New Girl actress Zooey Deschanel uses to keep her focussed.
It’s not a condition that’s always easy to spot, even for the person themselves, and often it can go undiagnosed until adulthood. That was the case for British reality stars like Tanya Bardsley and Olivia Attwood who described the relief at being able to explain their past behaviour. Speaking about it publicly can only help to raise awareness for other people who are (or don’t yet know they are) living with ADHD.
Here’s what celebrities say about their diagnosis and symptoms, as well as their personal hacks for managing ADHD on a daily basis.
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