Shaun Ryder has opened up about the shocking reason why he still has to “work hard and make money” at his age.
The 61-year-old Happy Mondays star revealed he has to work so hard to pay for therapy for five of his six children, all of whom struggle with ADHD.
Shaun, who starred on I'm A Celeb South Africa this year, previously revealed that only his two daughters suffered from the condition, but has now detailed that Jael, Coco, Pearl, Lulu, Joseph and Oliver suffers from it.
Speaking to The Sun, the Black Grape frontman, who was diagnosed in his fifties, said the disease had led to one of his daughters being a “maths genius”.
Shaun shared the news openly, highlighting the financial burden: “I have six kids and five of them have it. “That's why I'm always working because I have to pay for their damn therapy.”
Shaun Ryder has opened up about the heartbreaking reason why he still has to “work hard and make money” at the age of 61
The Happy Mondays star revealed he has to work so hard to pay for therapy for five of his six children, all of whom struggle with ADHD
He further emphasized the uniqueness of each ADHD case, explaining that every case is different.
When Shaun reflected on how his ADHD causes him to forget things, he talked about how he would often leave the classroom at school and immediately forget what he had just been taught, and how the condition affects his behavior and Impulsiveness can lead to actions such as drug use, which he has openly admitted to.
The Gogglebox star said: “Although I wasn't diagnosed until I was around 50, at school I absorbed things while I was in class and understood them until the lesson was over and I was done with it .” Door, I couldn’t remember anything. I just didn't retain the information.
“And the ADHD also led me to promiscuous behavior, drugs and anger.”
Web has contacted Shaun's representatives for comment.
Shaun first came to prominence in the 80s with his band The Happy Mondays, alongside his late brother Paul and their friends Mark Day, Paul Davis and Gary Whelan. His friend and bandmate Bez later joined the band as a percussionist.
He was also the lead singer of another band, Black Grape, in the 90s and has since amassed a fortune of more than £2.5 million, according to reports.
In addition to his singing career, Shaun has also had successful appearances on reality television.
Shaun has been married to his wife Joanna since 2010 and they have three children together, Pearl (15) and Lulu (14), as well as a son Olli.
In addition to his singing career, Shaun has also had successful appearances on reality television such as Gogglebox, in which he appears alongside his friend and percussionist bandmate Bez (pictured left).
Shaun first came to prominence in the 80s with his band The Happy Mondays, alongside his late brother Paul and their friends Mark Day, Paul Davis and Gary Whelan
Shaun was diagnosed with ADHD in his fifties and spoke about his forgetfulness and how the condition can affect his behavior and lead to impulsive actions such as taking drugs
During Lulu's christening, they had a surprise wedding, which turned out to be a double celebration at a courthouse in Worsley.
Shaun has four other children from previous relationships, one of which is his son Joe, who appeared on First Dates.
The star's 19-year-old son seemed to have hoped to use his father's star power as a conversation partner, but unfortunately that failed.
After asking if his date Jacob, 18, had heard of the band Happy Mondays, the stunned teenager shook off his words and admitted he didn't know who he was.
Joe, 19, who is studying fashion and business, admitted he was proud to announce his father by name.
Following Shaun's stint in the Australian jungle in 2010, it was revealed he owed Joe's mother and child support payments after insisting he was broke.
Shaun had already agreed to make monthly payments of £400 towards Joe's upbringing two years previously, but he apparently failed to pay them.
What is ADHD and its signs and symptoms?
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a complex neurodevelopmental disorder that affects a person's ability to exercise age-appropriate self-control.
It is characterized by persistent patterns of inattentive, impulsive and sometimes hyperactive behavior and is often accompanied by problems with emotional regulation.
People with ADHD have little control over these behaviors because they arise from underlying neurological differences.
ADHD can lead to significant functional impairments throughout the lifespan and in all areas of life and, without appropriate intervention, can lead to significantly unfavorable consequences.
However, with evidence-based treatment and support, people with ADHD can capitalize on their strengths and interests, learn to cope with their challenges, and live full and rewarding lives.
ADHD is often misunderstood and underdiagnosed, contrary to popular myths.
Attributes:
Positive
- Sensitive
- Energetic
- Spontaneous
- Creative
- Intuitive
- Imaginative
- Inventive
- Innovative
- Enthusiastic
- May become overly focused on interests
- Adventurous
Negatives
- Easily distracted
- Inattentive
- Forgetful
- Problems listening
- Disorganized
- Talkative
- Difficult sleeping
- Daydreaming
- Hyperactive
- Poor time management
- Low frustration tolerance
Source: ADHD Australia