Geordie Shore star Holly Hagan reveals she has been diagnosed with ADHD after suffering an 'intense' six months

By CHLOE LOUISE FOR MAILONLINE

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Holly Hagan has revealed that she has been diagnosed with ADHD as she confessed that she has had an 'intense' six months in an Instagram video on Monday. 

The Geordie Shore actress, 32, reached out to her 1.4 million viewers for some advice and tips on how to manage ADHD while navigating everyday life as a working mother. 

She explained that she had felt 'overwhelmed' and 'disorganised' and giving birth to her son Alpha Jax in 2023, who she shares with husband Jacob Blyth, was a turning point.

Sharing a video to her page, Holly penned: 'Starting my 2025 with an ADHD diagnosis. 

'The constant overwhelm, disorganisation, insomnia, misdiagnosed anxiety, previous EDs, inability to focus, forgetfulness, object permanence meaning I literally forget people exist! 

'I've been so incredibly good at masking all of these years and my job has allowed me so much freedom to not get overwhelmed.

Holly Hagan has revealed that she has been diagnosed with ADHD as she confessed that she has had an 'intense' six months in an Instagram video on Monday

Holly Hagan has revealed that she has been diagnosed with ADHD as she confessed that she has had an 'intense' six months in an Instagram video on Monday

The Geordie Shore actress, 32, reached out to her 1.4 million viewers for some advice and tips on how to manage ADHD while navigating everyday life as a working mother (pictured with her son Alpha Jax)

The Geordie Shore actress, 32, reached out to her 1.4 million viewers for some advice and tips on how to manage ADHD while navigating everyday life as a working mother (pictured with her son Alpha Jax)

''It's only since becoming a parent and running businesses full time that I have realised I'm not actually functioning well. 

'To the point of thinking if I took 3 hours a week for exercise my business was going to fail, and only having one good night's sleep in 2024.

'These last 6 months have been super intense and even though I am nervous to post this, I wouldn't have known if it wasn't for all the other women sharing their journey and symptoms.

'I would absolutely love any tips that you have found helpful to keep organised and be less overwhelmed.'

In support of her candid clip, Holly's comment box was flooded followers offer her advice.

One penned:'Welcome to the club Honestly medication has changed my life. You could try it or try lions maine which is natural or magnesium. There is a massive community online keep sharing your experiences & the community will come, it really helps to have people who understand xx'

'Use it as your gift the empathy, the hyper focus, the emotions you feel that others don't! White boards, phone notes and not thinking of the 10 things you need to do, only 1 at a time. Good days and bad days but it can't be medicated that I'll say, medication numbs your personality. X'

'You are not alone in this. It is so brave to post this and encourage everyone else.'

She explained that she had felt 'overwhelmed' and 'disorganised' and giving birth to her son Alpha Jax in 2023, who she shares with husband Jacob Blyth, was a turning point

She explained that she had felt 'overwhelmed' and 'disorganised' and giving birth to her son Alpha Jax in 2023, who she shares with husband Jacob Blyth, was a turning point

Her update comes after she  revealed the results of her more than three stone weight loss in a before and after video that showed off the results of her fitness journey.

The star revealed she has been on a 15 month regime aimed at 'beginners and busy mums'. 

Wearing the same turquoise bikini in the clips taken more than a year apart, Holly showcased the incredible results of her programme. 

Holly previously admitted she 'stopped showing up and creating content' after being criticised by cruel online trolls on her postpartum body.

However the mother of one is now back to her best and showing off her hard work and gruelling sessions by promoting her classes.

WHAT IS ADHD?

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a behavioural condition defined by inattentiveness, hyperactivity and impulsiveness.

It affects around five per cent of children in the US. Some 3.6 per cent of boys and 0.85 per cent of girls suffer in the UK. 

Symptoms typically appear at an early age and become more noticeable as a child grows. These can also include:

  • Constant fidgeting 
  • Poor concentration
  • Excessive movement or talking
  • Acting without thinking
  • Inability to deal with stress 
  • Little or no sense of danger 
  • Careless mistakes
  • Mood swings
  • Forgetfulness 
  • Difficulty organising tasks
  •  Continually starting new tasks before finishing old ones
  • Inability to listen or carry out instructions 

Most cases are diagnosed between six and 12 years old. Adults can also suffer, but there is less research into this.

ADHD's exact cause is unclear but is thought to involve genetic mutations that affect a person's brain function and structure.

Premature babies and those with epilepsy or brain damage are more at risk. 

ADHD is also linked to anxiety, depression, insomnia, Tourette's and epilepsy.  

There is no cure. 

A combination of medication and therapy is usually recommended to relieve symptoms and make day-to-day life easier. 

Source: NHS Choices 

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