Paris Hilton Views Her ADHD Diagnosis as a ‘Superpower’

Paris Hilton became famous after starring in the Fox reality series ‘The Simple Life’ with Nicole Richie from 2003 to 2007.

Paris Hilton arrives for the Hollywood Reporter's Women in Entertainment Gala in Los Angeles on Dec. 7, 2022. Michael Tran/AFP via Getty Images

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a common mental condition that often leads people to experience inattention and hyperactivity—but Paris Hilton sees the mental condition partly as a benefit.

Also known as a form of neurodivergence, some 8 million Americans, or 5 percent of the population, have ADHD, according to WebMD data. Many live their lives undiagnosed.