Actress Busy Philipps recently revealed that she was diagnosed with ADHD after her 15-year-old daughter, Birdie, underwent an evaluation for the same disorder. The star of 'Girls5eva' shared that she had a feeling that something was amiss before the evaluation took place.
During Birdie's assessment, Philipps and her ex-husband noticed that many of the symptoms being discussed resonated with her own experiences. She described struggles with completing tasks, mixing up playdate times, and lacking follow-through on big ideas.
As a mother of two daughters, Birdie and Cricket, Philipps felt the pressure of managing multiple responsibilities. Following her diagnosis, she noticed improvements in her self-esteem and productivity, attributing these positive changes to her medication, Qelbree.
Philipps emphasized the impact of her diagnosis on her executive function skills, enabling her to prioritize tasks more effectively. Despite both she and Birdie sharing the ADHD diagnosis, their experiences with the disorder differ, with Philipps acknowledging the importance of respecting Birdie's individual journey.
While the actress has openly discussed her health updates over the years, including Birdie's epilepsy diagnosis in 2023, she highlighted the significance of her recent ADHD diagnosis in transforming her life. Birdie, who is currently attending a boarding school in Sweden, has navigated her own mental health challenges, distinct from her mother's.
