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31st January 2023
Why are so many adults now being diagnosed with ADHD?
Could an epidemic of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) be afflicting Britain’s adult population?
Or are many instead being over-diagnosed with the condition and even put on drugs that in the long term may diminish their mental abilities and increase their risk of serious illnesses such as brain disorders?
A spotlight’s been thrown on ADHD this month after comedian Johnny Vegas, 52, became the latest in a wave of celebrities to announce they have been diagnosed with ADHD (others include comedian Rory Bremner, chef Heston Blumenthal and TV presenters Ant McPartlin and Sue Perkins).
10th January 2023
TV favourite Sue Perkins has opened up about her recent ADHD diagnosis. The former Great British Bake Off presenter shared that she had the condition while commenting on musician Tom Grey’s post.
The Gomez star told followers: “I’m creeping towards an ADHD diagnosis. Strongly advised to do it to help me but more likely help people who have relationships with me.
“Never realised before how object permanence is such a problem for me. Staying in touch rarely if ever occurs to me. I can only apologise.”
Comedian Sue commented: “I have fully crept. Once I had the diagnosis, suddenly everything made sense – to me and to those who love me.”
12th December 2022
The silent struggles of workers with ADHD
When Christian got laid off in late 2022, he wasn’t surprised. The 31-year-old, based in New York City, knew he’d fallen behind on his projects as a management consultant, and underperformed with essential job duties.
“I had a tough time grappling with the sorts of executive functioning that our world operates by, like being able to set up meetings, follow through with things, focus and be detail oriented,” he says. His manager had pointed out these failings for months, which is why his termination was hardly shocking.
It’s not that he consciously slacked at work, says Christian – his ADHD got in the way. Christian has been living with the diagnosis of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder since he was 15. It helped put a name to why he struggles with certain tasks his peers often don’t – the same things that ultimately got him sacked. And while his ADHD was mostly manageable through university, its effects ramped up when he got into the workforce. It’s held him back ever since.
25th November 2022
Nadia Sawalha tearful as she reveals ADHD diagnosis on Loose Women
Nadia Sawalha struggled to hold back the tears on Loose Women as she shared that she has been diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
The TV star only just discovered that she has the disorder – which the NHS says “is a condition that affects people’s behaviour” and can make people restless, have trouble concentrating and act on impulse.
A clip was played on the ITV programme that showed Sawalha, 58, being told that the symptoms she exhibited were consistent with ADHD.
Raising one hand to her face, the presenter became tearful as she said: “I don’t know why that makes me cry, sorry.”
22nd November 2022
Kerry Katona says people still think she’s on drugs because of her ADHD
Kerry Katona has admitted that some people “still think she’s on drugs” because of how attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) affects her.
Writing in her column, Kerry, 42, who was diagnosed with the condition in 2005, discussed her own experiences after former TOWIE star Tommy Mallet opened up about his diagnosis.
She admitted that ADHD makes her “go about a million mile an hour” and that she struggles to switch off.
“Georgia Kousoulou and Tommy Mallet have admitted they almost split before an ultimatum led to Tommy getting an ADHD diagnosis. I was diagnosed with ADHD in 2005 and my son Max also has it, so I understand how difficult it can be,” Kerry began.
6th November 2022
Katie Price believes she has undiagnosed ADHD after seeing doctor: ‘It turns out, I probably have’
Katie Price has revealed she is likely to have undiagnosed ADHD and is undergoing further assessment to see if she can get a diagnosis.
The former glamour model, 44, revealed to her OnlyFans subscribers via MailOnline that she visited a doctor to see if she has Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.
She explained: ‘I went to see a doctor to see if I have ADHD and it turns out, I probably have!’
Revealing the next steps to getting a diagnosis, Katie told her followers: ‘I have got some forms to fill out, say what I was like as a kid, my mum’s got to fill out forms and my dad, and then my next appointment is when I’m back from Thailand.’
26th October 2022
“I made managing money ‘dopamine friendly’ so it works with my ADHD”
Diagnoses of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) among women are on the rise. And new findings suggest the disorder has an outsized impact on how they manage their money.
Research we commissioned with YouGov found ADHD costs women £200 more per year than men (£1,695 compared to £1,494). And a much higher percentage of women (72%) think their ADHD affects their personal finances compared to men (56%).
10th October 2022
Richard Bacon: ‘Why I quite like my ADHD’
Former BBC presenter Richard Bacon has said he quite likes having Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), after being diagnosed as an adult.
The former Radio 5 Live presenter, who now works in the US, was diagnosed four years ago.
Bacon, 46, said he had “huge amounts of energy” and “fell in love” with whatever he was doing.
15th September 2022
By Sam T.
ADHD: An Adult Problem
When you think of ADHD, there is a good chance that you will associate it with being a disorder that impacts younger children. While many of the new diagnoses are related to children, as, of course, they are picked up at school, many diagnosed with ADHD (or who suspect this to be an issue) are adults.
While navigating an ADHD referral or diagnosis as a child can be tricky enough, the truth is that it can be equally as hard, if not even harder, as an adult. So, how can we say this? What are the main impacts of ADHD as an adult problem, and how is recognised?
13th September 2022
by Sam T.
How Honey Ross proves the importance of ADHD diagnosis
We may think that ADHD is only diagnosed in early life, as a child, but the truth is that more and more adults are being diagnosed with ADHD in their later life.
A recent example of this comes from Jonathan Ross’ daughter Honey Ross. In a recent podcast, the 25-year-old opened up about how, last year, she received an ADHD diagnosis and how it started to make sense in the larger scheme of her mental health and wellbeing.
11th September 2022
Coming Into Focus
Once thought to primarily affect overstimulated boys, ADHD diagnoses have spiked among adult women. For one writer, coming to terms with her diagnosis later in life has put her past and family history in a new light.
11th September 2022
Surge in ADHD sufferers seeking GP help as prescriptions for drugs dealing with the condition jump by 7% between April and June
More people than ever are being diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, commonly known as ADHD, new data shows.
Prescriptions for drugs to treat the condition are also on the rise. Between April and June alone there was an increase of seven per cent, according to NHS Business Services Authority.
24th August 2022
Head Set: Victoria Melody ‘comes out’ as ADHD at Edinburgh Fringe in one-woman show
Having sat on her diagnosis long enough, comedian Victoria Melody declares it to the world in her divergent show, Head Set, at this year’s Edinburgh Fringe.
Powering through developmental language difficulties, Victoria Melody unapologetically takes to the stage, unfolding the eclectic journey that led to her stand-up career and ADHD diagnosis.
24th August 2022
Startling number of women using TikTok to self-diagnose ADHD
Women are diagnosing themselves with neurodivergent conditions such as ADHD (attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder) after watching trending TikTok videos.
Doctors explained to Women’s Health that women are statistically more likely to have symptoms overlooked and go undiagnosed, but they warned licensed professionals should be giving the diagnosis — not armchair “experts” on social media.
23rd August 2022
Number of people seeking ADHD assessments rises
The number of people seeking an adult ADHD assessment in the Bristol region has significantly increased.
Data obtained by the BBC show there were about 1,500 adult ADHD referrals to Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership (AWP) services in 2019.
23rd August 2022
IBM Explain What Works In Neurodiversity At Work
In the past decade, we have seen an increasing number of large companies starting Neurodiversity at Work programs, or Autism at Work initiatives.
These work by initiating hiring programs that reach out to neurominorities, recruiting for specific roles that can be tailored to specialist thinking or aligned with the skills associated with a minority neurotype.
Real Housewives of Cheshire star Tanya Bardsley talks about her ADHD
Last week, ITVBe announced a new four-part series of female-fronted health documentaries, including a highly personal episode from Real Housewives of Cheshire star Tanya Bardsley detailing her experience of being diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 40.
Tanya is set to talk candidly about how she has dealt with various mental health challenges in her life, and how things have changed since her ADHD diagnosis.
For many neurodiverse people, ‘The Sims’ has been a lifelong comfort
(CNN)Life would be much more simple with a few directions. A status bar, for instance, to remind you to take care of yourself. Perhaps a few clues about other people’s intentions. Oh, and it wouldn’t hurt to have a place to experiment with it all, free from real-world consequences and the awkwardness of choices gone wrong. (continue reading…)
Did you know…?
UK drivers are obligated to let the Drive and Vehicle Licensing Agency know if they have ADHD, if it affects their ability to drive safely.
This may be especially important when applying for the government’s access to work scheme. It’s similarly worth noting that anyone involved in an accident as a result of an undeclared medical condition, or the side effects of prescribed medication, can be fined up £1,000 and/or prosecuted.
Further information can be found on the government website: Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and driving – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
New Podcast: Holy Sh*t I Have ADHD
Founder of ADHD Counselling UK David Levy is a guest on the latest Holy Sh*t I Have ADHD podcast, talking about his journey, ADHD, and the launch of ADHD Counselling UK.
You can listen to the episode and subscribe at any of the links below, or on all major podcast platforms.
