Grimes Opens Up About Autism and ADHD Diagnoses
Singer Grimes reveals her autism and ADHD diagnoses, criticizing the misinformation on mental health in social media. Sharing her experiences, she reflects on childhood struggles and stresses the importance of reading for managing ADHD. Grimes critiques harmful online mental health narratives, urging caution among followers.

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Renowned singer-songwriter Grimes has publicly disclosed her recent diagnoses of autism and ADHD. In a candid social media post, she voiced concerns about the spread of misleading mental health information on platforms like X, as reported by People.
Grimes, whose real name is Claire Elise Boucher, shared that her ADHD symptoms intensified without reading, challenging claims that excessive reading signifies dissociation in children. This assertion was in response to a user's comment on X, which Grimes found troubling.
Highlighting a disconnect between symptoms and understanding, Grimes urged skepticism towards some online mental health narratives. This update follows her previous openness about health issues, including a unique procedure aimed at alleviating her seasonal depression.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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