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ZOE Ball has revealed a shock medical diagnosis after a "meltdown" on hit show Taskmaster. The Radio 2 favourite, 53, opened up on the condition which has left her brain "all over the goddamn shop". Zoe told how she has ADHD - attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - a common condition that affects people's behaviour. Zoe told how her condition reached its peak during filming of Channel 4 show Taskmaster. In an episode to be aired on January 2, the Live and Kicking alumni is challenged with working out mathematical timings related to a toaster.

Zoe ball ill

Zoe said her attention deficit hyperactivity disorder had come to light as she appeared on TV show Taskmaster. We have more newsletters. Talking to the Mirror , Zoe, daughter of famed TV presenter Johnny Ball, said she had particularly felt the effects of her condition while filming Taskmaster, which airs on January 2, where one task involving a toaster required mathematical timings. So a particular task involved a bit of timing, which is maths, which is, again, not a strength, I physically started to melt down. That did hurt my head. Woody, her year-old son with DJ Fatboy Slim, has described how he coped with his disorder by drinking alcohol. I had my dad yelling at me to work harder, and I was trying. My life was falling apart and the only time I was happy was when I was drunk. People with ADHD can seem restless, may have trouble concentrating and may act on impulse. Sometimes ADHD was not recognised when someone was a child, and they are diagnosed later as an adult. The symptoms of ADHD may improve with age, but many adults who were diagnosed with the condition at a young age continue to experience problems.

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The year-old told her followers on social media that fellow radio host Vernon Kay would take over in her absence. Ball announced the news from Twitter on Sunday night, accompanied by an image of herself, Rylan Clark and Kay. In the image of the three stars, Ball also added a germ emoji over her face. See you tomorrow from 6. The presenter has previously covered on the Zoe Ball Breakfast Show when she has been absent. Kay previously had a full time show of his own. The presenter hosted a Radio 1 in for eight years.

The year-old told her followers on social media that fellow radio host Vernon Kay would take over in her absence. Ball announced the news from Twitter on Sunday night, accompanied by an image of herself, Rylan Clark and Kay. In the image of the three stars, Ball also added a germ emoji over her face. See you tomorrow from 6. The presenter has previously covered on the Zoe Ball Breakfast Show when she has been absent. Kay previously had a full time show of his own. The presenter hosted a Radio 1 in for eight years.

Zoe ball ill

Mum is being incredibly brave. Thanks to Gaby for stepping in. Zoe had previously opened up about her relationship with her mother in an interview on Desert Island Discs. She discussed living with her father for the majority of her upbringing as her mother left when she was two. The pair appear to have built a close relationship with Julia helping with childcare when the presenter leaves for holiday. Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies. Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? Start your Independent Premium subscription today. Please refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged in Please refresh your browser to be logged in.

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She admitted this caused a meltdown and added: "I have 18 pairs of glasses and I will still lose all of them… my brain is just all over the goddamn shop. When asked how she was feeling by a caller, she replied: "Cold neck up, body down Love Vernon too so will be tuning in as usual. All rights reserved. More info. Facebook Twitter. New Customer? Gaby Roslin took to the helm earlier this month while Zoe recovered. Love you zoetheball. UK government buys huge Wylfa nuclear site in Wales in Budget announcement. The normal three-bed bungalow with the most incredible uninterrupted sea view. Wales reveal reasons for axing 'disappointed' George North and Nick Tompkins. The Radio 2 presenter, 53, says the condition, which her son Woody also has, leaves her unable to complete what some people might consider to be simple tasks.

The star went on to share an update about her health, as she thanked fellow presenter Vernon Kay, 48, for stepping in to cover her slot.

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