Elizabeth Jean “Busy” Philipps (b. 1979) is an American actress. She is best known for her roles on the television series Freaks and Geeks (1999–2000), Dawson’s Creek (2001–2003), and ER (2006–2007), and for her portrayal of Laurie Keller on the ABC series Cougar Town (2009–2015), for which she received the Critics’ Choice Television Award for Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series.
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Busy Philipps, the actress known for her roles in Freaks and Geeks and Dawson’s Creek, recently opened up about her diagnosis of ADHD in adulthood. She shared that her realization about ADHD came after her daughter, Birdie, was diagnosed. As Birdie was being evaluated for ADHD, Busy recognized similarities in her own behavior and symptoms, which eventually led to her diagnosis. In interviews and social media, Busy has been candid about the challenges of managing ADHD as an adult, especially as it affects her ability to stay focused and organized in her professional and personal life. She emphasizes the importance of mental health awareness and encourages others to seek help if they suspect they have ADHD.