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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Camilla Foster

I’m a psychiatrist. Here are five reasons why ADHD is often diagnosed later in life

The British actor, comedian, and screenwriter Simon Pegg has opened up about his recent ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) diagnosis, revealing that it “confirmed a lot of stuff that I’d [he’d] been wrestling with”.

The 56-year-old, who is perhaps best known for his roles in films such as Hot Fuzz and Shaun Of The Dead, spoke about the diagnosis during an appearance on the podcast I’m ADHD! No You’re Not.

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