Call the Midwife Star Helen George Reveals Life-Changing Health Condition Affecting Her Career
Helen George, star of Call the Midwife, has revealed that she is beginning treatment for a health condition that has changed her life, impacting both her career and her role as a mother.
The actress opened up for the first time on the podcast I’m ADHD! No You’re Not, discussing the challenges she faced for years before her diagnosis. She was diagnosed around four years ago, following the birth of her second child, but only recently felt ready to speak publicly about it.
Helen described a “lightbulb moment” after a conversation with a friend, when she realized many of her personality traits and behaviors matched those her friend was describing.She explained that the condition has affected her focus and memory, sometimes making it difficult to keep track of lines and stage directions on set.
Despite these challenges, Helen emphasized that some traits associated with ADHD, such as high energy, spontaneity, and emotional sensitivity, can actually enhance her performances:
Helen also discussed how the condition has made balancing her career with family life more complicated. She is a mother to daughters Wren, 8, and Lark, 4, and is gradually exploring treatment options, including medication, to help manage her symptoms.
While she has begun treatment, Helen said her long-term goal is to manage the condition without relying solely on medication, emphasizing that understanding herself is key to balancing both her career and family life.