Kate Garraway has revealed that she began exploring an ADHD diagnosis after wrapping up filming for The Celebrity Traitors.
The Good Morning Britain host, 58, said she considered the possibility of having the neurodevelopmental condition after chatting with co-star Cat Burns, 25.
The singer has been open about her own diagnoses of ADHD and autism spectrum disorder (ASD), receiving an ADHD diagnosis in 2021 and an ASD diagnosis in 2023.
Now, Kate has revealed that both ADHD and autism run in her family, and she is currently in the process of being assessed for ADHD herself.
Speaking to The Sun On Sunday, she said: ‘Talking to people like Cat about their music and about their life – she’s autistic and ADHD, and I’ve got that in my family.
‘And actually, I’m in the process of an ADHD diagnosis myself. In fact, I think it’s pretty clear I am.
Celebrity Traitors star Kate Garraway has revealed that she began exploring an ADHD diagnosis after wrapping up filming for the hit BBC show (pictured this month)
The Good Morning Britain host, 58, who became a firm favourite on the series, said she considered the possibility of having the neurodevelopmental condition after chatting with co-star Cat Burns, 25 (Kate pictured on the show)
She added: ‘So it’s fascinating to see how it manifested for her.’
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is characterised by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity.
Kate also reflected on her late husband Derek Draper, saying he ‘would’ve absolutely loved’ seeing her attempts to weed out Traitors on the backstabbing reality show.
The star was banished from the hit BBC show this week by her fellow faithfuls.
Upon her departure, she shared a heartfelt farewell, noting the impact of her late husband’s tragic death from long Covid.
She said: ‘I’ve had a lot of years of being very serious and very sad, and you’ve all allowed me to play the most amazing game, be silly and have fun.’
It comes after Kate confessed she initially refused to carry a coffin during Celebrity Traitors as it triggered memories of the death of her husband Derek.
The host was widowed in January 2024 when Derek passed away after a four-year battle against long Covid.
The singer has been open about her own diagnoses of ADHD and autism spectrum disorder (ASD), receiving an ADHD diagnosis in 2021 and an ASD diagnosis in 2023 (Cat pictured on the show)
Now, Kate has revealed that both ADHD and autism run in her family, and she is currently in the process of being assessed for ADHD herself (pictured on the show)
Speaking to The Sun On Sunday, she said: ‘Talking to people like Cat about their music and about their life – she’s autistic and ADHD, and I’ve got that in my family. And actually, I’m in the process of an ADHD diagnosis myself’ (pictured this month)
Kate also reflected on her late husband Derek Draper, saying he ‘would’ve absolutely loved’ seeing her attempts to weed out Traitors on the backstabbing reality show (pictured together in December 2019)
And now the star has admitted she did a ‘double-take’ and ‘gasped’ when she saw the coffins in the second mission.
While traitor Alan Carr was often heard teasing Kate for her ‘useless’ game play, in scenes not aired, Kate explained she leaned on him and Celia Imrie for support.
‘You don’t know what’s coming next, and so you find yourself walking on by the coffins. And I did a double-take, I gasped, and I was walking with Alan, and Celia was in front of me,’ she told The Sun.
Kate explained she talked things through with the production team, who made sure to check in with her, as did the psychologist on site.
She added: ‘But you’re suddenly in the moment and I said, “I’m not sure. I think it’s a bit strange and a bit weird”.’
Opening up about her relationship with Celia, 73, Kate recalled how the pair had intense conversations about her being a parent to her two children, now that their father isn’t around.
She admitted: ‘She gave me such brilliant, perceptive advice. I really have been trying to live by that. I’ve cried more since the Traitors about pure missing Derek than before.’
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.
