Celebrity talks about his ADHD
October 18th, 2008
From Newsday, KSEE-TV in Fresno, CA:
Howie Mandel, Emmy-nominated host of NBC’s “Deal or No Deal,” is working to raise awareness about adult Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) through “Adult ADHD Is Real,” a national advertising campaign.
It is estimated that more than 10 million adults in the U.S. have the disorder, or about 4.4 percent of people between the ages of 18 and 44. An excerpt:
“When I was in high school, my impulsivity led me to all kinds of acts and pranks. I had trouble sitting still and could hardly focus or pay attention in class. It wasn’t until I was an adult that I was diagnosed with ADHD … I want adults to know that it’s never too late to seek help for ADHD. I hope that sharing my story encourages people to seek help. I didn’t let ADHD prevent me from achieving my goals and neither should anyone else.”
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September 28th, 2009 at 6:36 am
Dear Mr. Mandel,
I enjoyed reading this article where you share your support for adults with ADHD to seek help. I was diagnosed with ADD 12 years ago. I have more of the ‘attention deficit’ part of ADHD. Reading your story is encouraging and inspiring to me to never give up on my dreams and goals.
I wanted to thank you for sharing your story in the article.
My husband and I really enjoy watching your show “Deal Or No Deal” every day, you are the best host!