Love Island star has 'invisible' health condition with 13 red flags - full list
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Scott Thomas was announced as one of the returning All Stars wanting to take another crack at finding love with the help of the ITV show. He first appeared on screen in 2016 during the early years of Love Island. Since then, the now 36-year-old split with partner Kady McDermott and launched his own public relations agency called The Social PR. But, he has also recently made a huge discovery about his own health.
The former Islander was diagnosed with ADHD in 2024 following a series of private psychiatric sessions. He said it "wouldn't come as a surprise to people that knew him". Scott, also known as the brother of soap stars Adam and Ryan Thomas, opened up about how he managed to secure the diagnosis after wondering for so long if the condition really affected him.
The estimated prevalence of ADHD in adults in the UK is 3–4%, claims the NHS. However, the number of adults with ADHD who are undiagnosed is likely to be much higher. It is difficult to pinpoint the signs of the mental health condition in adults as they tend to be much more subtle compared to younger patients. Symptoms are also harder to establish due to a lack of research into adults with ADHD.
According to the NHS website, specialists have suggested there are a handful of symptoms adults may exhibit as a result of having ADHD. They include:. If you think you have ADHD, you should speak with a healthcare provider. They can help you determine if your symptoms meet the criteria for an ADHD diagnosis. Only a health care professional can diagnose you with ADHD.