Married at first sight groom Shannon Adams has furiously denied hurtful claims he was a meth addict after appearing on the Channel Nine show.
The 30-year-old personal trainer spoke exclusively to Chron Australia about his secret health battle and the real drugs he’s on.
‘Absolutely not! I’m not a meth addict,” Shannon said.
The personal trainer-turned-Uber Eats driver explained he was diagnosed with ADHD as an adult, after which he began taking dexamphetamine, also known as “dexies,” — a drug his doctors prescribed and strictly followed was monitored.
“It’s a long, challenging process to get diagnosed and treated for ADHD,” explained Shannon.
Married at first sight groom Shannon Adams has furiously denied hurtful claims he was a meth addict after appearing on the Channel Nine show
The 30-year-old personal trainer spoke exclusively to Chron Australia about his secret health battle and the real drugs he’s on
“Only those who have experienced it would understand my thought process.”
Shannon was only diagnosed after filming the Channel Nine experiment, meaning he received no medical attention throughout the show or throughout his childhood.
He jokingly added, “If I had been on meth, I would have been wide awake at 4am during those engagement ceremonies, wouldn’t have glassy eyes, and be ready to fall asleep.”
The personal trainer-turned-Uber Eats driver explained he was diagnosed with ADHD as an adult, after which he began taking dexamphetamine, also known as “dexies,” — a drug his doctors prescribed and strictly followed was monitored
Shannon was only diagnosed after filming the Channel Nine experiment, meaning he received no medical attention throughout the show or throughout his childhood
Concerns about Shannon’s behavior were also sparked when Instagram posts that resurfaced in February showed a darker side of the former PT.
In footage from Chron Australia, Adams uses abusive language and spits on the floor of a busy gym while offering advice to clients while working as a personal trainer.
One clip shows an “aggressive” Adams yelling at the camera before offering harsh fitness advice.
“Look at that sexy little bitty on the treadmill and lose sight of her – no, no, no, no, no. Fuck her!’ Shannon screams in footage.
“You’re not here for that. Go to the damn bar, leave her alone. You are in here for yourself.
Concerns about Shannon’s behavior were also sparked when Instagram posts that resurfaced in February showed a darker side of the former PT
“You pay your dues, that’s how you gotta be. And that’s a winner. She will come with us in the long run.’
Another disturbing clip shows the outspoken fitness fanatic spitting on the floor at the gym before dishing out more advice.
“So that’s your very difference — that’s going to make you number one and stay number one,” he says, before spitting away from the camera.
Shannon also admitted he was “toxic” during his relationship with Caitlin McConville, but said he has his reasons.
He explained his tough behavior was the result of Caitlin’s careless attitude toward wanting to meet his child.
“She didn’t have to meet my kid and she didn’t care if she didn’t meet her,” he explained, questioning her intentions on the show.
‘What have you done there? Just to be another Bronte to keep the lid on the TV?’
In a surprising twist, Shannon claimed Caitlin wrote “Stay” in her final weeks on the show, but it was manipulated to make it appear like she was ready to turn him down.
Shannon said he was “deeply hurt” by Caitlin’s lack of respect for his child. “You treat my child like nothing, I will treat you like nothing. Period!’
Shannon also admitted he was “toxic” during his relationship with Caitlin McConville, but said he has his reasons
However, he does not fully play the victim card.
I’ll own my shit if I have to and have had my fair share of f***-ups as we well know,” he confessed.
Despite their differences, he admitted that Caitlin was right about one thing, despite choosing to keep his personal life private.
He explained his tough behavior was the result of Caitlin’s careless attitude toward wanting to meet his child
Shannon also spoke openly about his job as an Uber Eats driver and urged others not to feel ashamed of their work.
“Never be ashamed of what you do to support yourself, especially in the world of financial hardship we live in today! Push hard and still dream big!’
If you or someone you know is struggling with drug addiction, call the National Alcohol and Other Drugs Helpline on 1800 250 015 for confidential advice or Lifeline on 13 11 14 for substance abuse support
Shannon also spoke openly about his job as an Uber Eats driver and urged others not to feel ashamed of their work
Dexamphetamine versus methamphetamine
Dexamphetamine and methamphetamine differ in their chemical structure, potency, and potential for abuse.
While dexamphetamine is primarily used to treat ADHD and has a lower potential for addiction, methamphetamine is more potent and has a higher risk of abuse, making it more dangerous.
Methamphetamine has limited medical uses and is more commonly associated with illicit drug use.