Henry Shelford, CEO and Co-Founder of ADHD UK, was quoted in the article and provided background information.
Oscar-winning actor Anthony Hopkins has sparked widespread criticism after publicly dismissing conditions such as ADHD, autism and OCD as “nonsense”, comments that angered neurodiversity advocates and charities. Many people living with these conditions called his remarks harmful and dismissive of lived experience. Henry Shelford, CEO and co-founder of ADHD UK, responded by emphasising the very real challenges faced by people with ADHD, noting:
“It is easy for those that have found their perfect spot, where their individuality and difference helps them succeed, to forget how hard it is for those that haven’t.”
Shelford highlighted the lengthy assessments required and the significant life impacts, including long NHS waits and higher risks of mental health struggles for some individuals with the condition.
You can read the full article here: https://www.mirror.co.uk/3am/celebrity-news/anthony-hopkins-criticised-adhd-charity-36176628
