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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Jacob Stolworthy

Jamie Oliver’s wife Jools says not knowing she had ADHD ‘ruined’ life for 45 years

Jamie Oliver’s wife Jools Oliver has revealed that she has been diagnosed with autism and ADHD, saying that not understanding her neurodivergence “ruined” her life for 45 years.

Clothing brand owner Jools shared the news during a podcast interview, stating: “I just think it’s quite draining. I think it’s tiring. I think, actually, it’s ruined, so far, 45 years of my life thinking it’s something else. It’s no superpower. It’s just a drain and it’s just really hard work.”

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