Hollyoaks icon Rita Simons has opened up about how her ADHD has been a game-changer in her acting career. During an episode of ITV reality series Drama Queens, the Marie Fielding star described her ADHD as her “superpower.” She explained that her ability to hyperfocus allows her to learn lines at lightning speed. Rita shared that when she receives a script, she fully immerses herself in it, highlighting important parts and visualizing the words in her head. This skill has been particularly useful in the fast-paced world of soap operas, where actors often film multiple scenes in a day.
Rita’s ADHD has not always been easy to manage, but when it comes to her work, she can easily stay focused. She admitted that she struggled with focus in other areas, such as school, but when it comes to acting, she is able to channel her hyperfocus and excel. This has been evident throughout her career, including her time on BBC soap EastEnders, where she played the role of Roxy Mitchell for nearly a decade.
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Rita has openly discussed her battle with ADHD and OCD, sharing her diagnosis with the public. She bravely shared that she opted for a hysterectomy to alleviate the negative impact her periods had on her OCD and Anxiety. According to Rita, this decision has been life-changing and she couldn’t be happier with the outcome. “I can’t stress enough how it’s been the best thing I’ve ever done,” she revealed.
