Kit Harington recently revealed that he was diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) while in rehab after struggling with mental health issues and alcoholism for years.

The 37-year-old “Game of Thrones” actor originally went to rehab for alcoholism in 2019, but was diagnosed with ADHD while there, the actor said on an episode of the TV show. Hidden 20% podcast, according to To NY Post. ADHD is a disorder that causes difficulty paying attention and controlling impulsive behavior. Center for Disease Control (CDC).

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The diagnosis came as a huge shock to Harrington as he realized how much of an impact it was having on his daily life. “I realized that my life depended on this. Luckily, it was the right place at the right time, and I managed to build a new life from there,” Harrington explained. .

After entering a rehab facility, the British actor went to a facility in the United States, where he learned he had ADHD. “And I immediately called it quits and said, 'I'm going to try to deal with this on my own,' and after about four years it still wasn't working,” he explained on a recent podcast episode. . “My mind wants to go to everything else in the room at once.” Harrington said he is “low-key and raw” and focused on his 2-year-old son and 6-month-old daughter. It is said that there is (Related: 'Game of Thrones' alum shares shocking photo of stillbirth)

The actor said that he finds it very difficult to balance his acting career with his family life because he is not good at multitasking. “When I have multiple things going on in my head, I get overwhelmed. It makes me incredibly irritable and anxious.” Harrington added, “My head is all over the store.” I can't deal with that. ”