Sheridan Smith debuts brunette locks as she leaves theatre rehearsals after revealing ADHD diagnosis

Sheridan Smith showed off new brunette locks in her first sighting since revealing she was diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

The 42-year-old actress was spotted stepping out of rehearsals for her upcoming musical, Opening Night.

The Two Pints ​​Of Larger And A Packet Of Crisp star looked in good spirits after a long rehearsal session with her fellow cast members, Hadley Fraser and Shira Haas.

She kept her look casual and wore a cropped North Face top and baggy distressed light blue jeans.

Opening Night, which takes place at the Gielgud Theater from March 6, follows a theater company’s preparations to stage a new play on Broadway.

Sheridan Smith showed off new brunette locks in her first sighting since revealing she was diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)

Sheridan is best known for her signature blonde locks (leaving in 2023), but has dyed her locks for the upcoming musical

But backstage drama ensues when their leading lady is rocked by tragedy, and her personal turmoil forces everyone to deliver the performance of their lives.

Sheridan’s rehearsals come after she reveals she has been diagnosed with ADHD.

She opened up candidly about her diagnosis on Wednesday during an interview with Fashion and admitted that it has “helped her understand a lot of things” in her life.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a condition that includes symptoms such as restlessness and difficulty concentrating.

The mother of one finds herself constantly ‘overanalyzing’ little things – as simple as replying to WhatsApp group chats or thinking about what to say.

Sheridan, who also discussed how she can sometimes feel ‘useless’, revealed that her ADHD diagnosis helped conclude why she has a lot of ‘brain background noise’.

The actress shares son Billy, three, with her ex-fiance Jamie Horn, 33, who she split from in 2021.

Sheridan previously revealed that she believes her son Billy will follow in her footsteps and pursue an acting career.

She kept her look casual and wore a cropped North Face top and baggy distressed light blue jeans

The Two Pints ​​Of Larger And A Packet Of Crisp star looked in top form after a long rehearsal session with her fellow cast members, Hadley Fraser and Shira Haas

Her stunning transformation comes days after she revealed she has been diagnosed with ADHD

Sheridan shares son Billy, three, with her ex-boyfriend Jamie Horn, 33, who she split from in 2021

WHAT IS ADHD?

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a behavioral disorder defined by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity.

It affects about five percent of children in the US. In Great Britain, about 3.6 percent of boys and 0.85 percent of girls suffer from this.

Symptoms usually appear at an early age and become more apparent as the child grows. These may also include:

  • Constant fidgeting
  • Poor concentration
  • Excessive movement or talking
  • Act without thinking
  • Inability to cope with stress
  • Little or no sense of danger
  • Careless mistakes
  • Mood swings
  • Forgetfulness
  • Difficulty organizing tasks
  • Constantly starting new tasks before finishing old ones
  • Inability to listen or carry out instructions

Most cases are diagnosed between six and twelve years of age. Adults can also suffer from it, but there is less research into this.

The exact cause of ADHD is unclear, but it is believed to involve genetic mutations that affect a person’s brain function and structure.

Premature babies and babies with epilepsy or brain damage are at greater risk.

ADHD is also linked to anxiety, depression, insomnia, Tourette’s and epilepsy.

There is no medicine.

A combination of medication and therapy is usually recommended to relieve symptoms and make daily life easier.

Source: NHS choices

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