Celebrity Justice
ADD Is What Ails Paris

Paris HiltonTMZ has learned that Paris Hilton suffers from extreme Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and claustrophobia, and these conditions may have triggered the Sheriff's decision to spring her from Lynwood Jail last week.

We're told Hilton is taking Adderall for her ADD. Although our sources were not specific, we're told Hilton was not receiving all of her medications at Lynwood. As a result, Hilton was having severe panic attacks in jail. There were times she was so debilitated, she could not push the panic button in her cell.

As for how she's doing today, she's depressed but not really crying. She has a pencil and a pad of paper and she's spending her time writing down her thoughts. We're also told she's losing weight -- although she's no Nicole Richie.

Filed under: Celebrity Justice, Paris Hilton


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451. The diagnosis is from the advice of her lawyers. What one is paid to put on paper does not make it fact. Dont be so nieve. My only hope is that she stays out of the public eye. She will not change this is the type of person she is. Trust me this will make her retreat. But her actions will not change and if you are in the know you know.

Posted at 9:47PM on Jun 12th 2007 by Sensiseeds

452. Am I the only person who heard on FOX news today that someone in LA is starting a petition to have that celebrity-sucking sheriff recalled? They have to get 400,000 signatures on the petition to have the recall question put on the next ballot for voting by the masses. For God's sake, if you're old enough to vote, REGISTER and SIGN THAT PETITION!!!

Sorry, #80 Chris, but you're wrong - it's not the judge OR the DA that are going down for this and YOU are an idiot if you consider PARASS to be smart OR successful. Successful at WHAT?? Using her last name and empty brain to get her a witless show on some lame network? None of what she has/owns/uses is from HER success but rather from the success of her family generations ago. Everything she has was handed to her on a silver platter. Oh, you're right, she'll be remembered by historians for all her contributions to the betterment of all human beings...Please, could someone hold the bucket while I puke my guts out?

Posted at 9:59PM on Jun 12th 2007 by yer mama

453. I'm sorry, this is an absolute BS PR stunt. I'm sure a huge percentage of prisoners have ADD. I have ADD and so does my nephew. The big difference between us though is the fact that he's currently in prison for the second time. I've never been arrested in my life. A speeding ticket is my top offense. My nephew, on the other hand, ended up in prison because he started selling drugs after he couldn't manage to keep a job. Many people with ADD have a difficult time keeping a job because they tend to be unfocused and disorganized. They're the type people that start lot of projects but never get around to completing them because they don't remain focused on the job at hand. That, plus the fact that many people with ADD do poorly in school, probably results in a significant number who turn to crime just to survive. I would love to know what percentage of prostitutes have ADD.

However, in Paris Hilton's case, I'm betting they just threw the ADD diagnosis out there to diminish the stigma of her her supposed psychological issues. This whole jail stint, along with her hysterics during Friday's hearing, have significantly affected Paris's cool, glamorous image. Now most people just think she's a complete whack job - and that's not "HOT!"

Posted at 10:10PM on Jun 12th 2007 by Don Adams

454. For a person who suffers from ADD. She sure has great concentration when it comes to her looking at herself in the mirror 24/7

Posted at 10:35PM on Jun 12th 2007 by Ona

455. I believe that if you would like to put your 2 cents in, you should first learn proper grammar and how to spell.

Posted at 11:26PM on Jun 12th 2007 by Smart

456. Wouldn't you agree, Ms.Miller?

Posted at 11:30PM on Jun 12th 2007 by Smart

457. INSTEAD OF PLANNING A POST JAIL PARTY-HER PARENTS SHOULD BE DOING SOME RESEARCH.....

The known dangers of Adderall

Since the FDA first approved Adderall in the 1990s, reports of adverse events experienced by Adderall users suggest a number of increased dangers of Adderall use. The known dangers of Adderall include:

A high potential for Adderall abuse ~ The FDA requires that all Adderall labeling contain a black box warning about the serious dangers of Adderall abuse. Misuse of Adderall may cause sudden death and serious cardiovascular adverse events.

Psychosis ~ A worsening of pre-existing mental illnesses and certain medication conditions are serious potential dangers of Adderall use.

Drug interaction~ Combining Adderall with MAO Inhibitors and other medications can cause adverse reactions.

Possible decreased growth and weight loss~ The dangers of Adderall may pose a threat to children who take this ADHD drug for an extended period.

CARDIOVASCULAR SIDE EFFECTS The dangers of Adderall may increase the risk of heart attack, high blood pressure, and stroke in patients using this ADHD medication.

SUDDEN DEATH Several cases of sudden death have been reported in patients taking Adderall.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding the dangers of Adderall during pregnancy may increase the risk of a child being born prematurely or with a low birth weight. Adderall can pass through breast milk; therefore, nursing moms are urged not to take Adderall.

Existing heart problems The dangers of Adderall are greatly increased in patients with pre-existing heart defects, high blood pressure, blood vessel disease, and other cardiovascular conditions.

Posted at 12:17AM on Jun 13th 2007 by NUKING FUTZ

458. WHAT IS WRONG WITH PEOPLE DOWN GRADING OTHER PEOPLE FOR HAVING DIFFRENT OPINIONS. MY FAMILY AND I THINK PARIS IS WHERE SHE NEEDS TO BE. MY DAUGHTER CAME ON THIS BLOG AND GOT INSULTS FOR NOT SUPPORTING PARIS. WHAT IS WRONG WITH YOU PEOPLE PROTECTING SOME GIRL THAT IS
MEAN TO OTHERS WHO ARE LESS FORTUNATE THAN US NORMAL PEOPLE.

Posted at 12:52AM on Jun 13th 2007 by WHAT THE HELL

459. As an adult female whose life changed as a result of a post-50 ADD diagnosis - and medication - I am offended by the anti-ADD comments and misinformation posted here. (Some plays on the ADD acronym were quite humorous and apropriate). ADD is not gender specific - although it has been thought that the ADHD may be more prevalent in males. The inattentive females sweetly smile during school and do not disrupt class, so they have often been overlooked - for decades. (Insert sweet smile here...)

People who have ADHD-ADD are ordinarily very intelligent and creative. I have seen no evidence in Mz. Hilton's behavior to reflect that she is either. (The Doggy clothing line may have been sent out to a ghost designer...)

Adderall - and other ADHD-ADD medication does not have the same effect on a person who does not have the condition. Adderall IS an amphetamine - although not all ADD medications are. Adderall does have a generic substitute equivalent - us middle and lower income people buy that version...it is a lot less expensive - although it is not available in the extended release version.

Claustrophobia? I don't see that either...Limos and sports cars would probably be impossible to even consider entering with that phobic condition.

Paris broke the law in a very serious manner multiple times. She has not shown respect for the law or herself. She needs help - not the enablement more media time will afford her. If your mother, father, child, best friend or spouse were mowed down and killed by this inebriated, spoiled "celebrity" because she was in a hurry to get to the next party, would you really feel sorry for her?

In her present state, she is an accident waiting to happen - over and over. She will never be forgiven by me for using ADD as an excuse. ADD is not a disease - it is merely people processing information differently - some need / use amphetamines or otehr medication to slow down and focus - others use biofeedback, cogitive behavior therapy and/or positive self talk. Paris needs to learn discipline, will power and self respect. She will not come to a good end if she does not wake up and fugure reality out soon.

Posted at 1:32AM on Jun 13th 2007 by snubby

460. Do not ever free this cheap thing until she finish her days at jail! Free all the inmates that suffer from ADD if you wanna release her!

Posted at 4:09AM on Jun 13th 2007 by Gigi

461. To be honest I pity Paris Hilton. Not because she is in jail but because of the life she is living: people all over her to make a fortune with her name, no real friends, no real sense in life, no self esteem, no privacy. People on top like her should as we'd guess be happy because they are rich, famous, good looking - just strange that so many are freaking out, taking drugs, destroying themselves.

Problem is the system we live in, the "race". You need to be the richest, most famous, best looking, most powerful man/woman in the world. And even if you make it to the top you will always be in fear that you are loosing your status. So in the end all taking part in the race loose - the rich and the poor. The most important thing in life is simply to be satisfied. All you usually need are a few good friends, enough money to live and a project to keep up your self esteem - be it your own children, charity, your own company, sports - whatever. Do not take part in the race. Try to stop being jealous because your neighbor has a new car and such and try to be an optimist. Live "the better life"!

It probably wouldn't be a mistake either to care less about other's life and simply make the best out of your own life, you might be surprised how much you are capable of if you just try, gain self esteem doing so and live your life satisfied and with a smile instead of feeling useless or being paranoid someone has more, looks better - hey, that's life!

Don't waste yours on the race! Accept that you will probably never be the richest, most famous, best looking and most powerful guy/girl in the world, just make the best out of your life and enjoy it as long as it lasts.

Just An Observer - it would need (in case it's true, because http://www.ahajokes.com/cartoon/hones.jpg ) quite a bunch of guys with your attitude in politics to make the world a better place - just unfortunately very few are crazy enough to do so.

PS: Sorry @all for any grammar and spelling issues, no native speaker here.

Posted at 5:31AM on Jun 13th 2007 by biotic101

462. ADD MY ASS! Just give the naughty little bitch a damn good belting that'll set her spoilt ass straigtht! PARIS HILTON IS NOTHING BUT A POILT LITTLE WHORE WHO HAS ALWAYS GOTTEN HER OWN WAY AND NOW SHE"S THROWING SPAZES LEFT, RIGHT AND CENTRE COZ SHE HAS TO DO WHAT SHE"S TOLD

"GROW UP YOU SPOILT LITTLE BITCH WE ARE ALL WELL AND TRULY SICK TO DEATH OF YOU!"

Posted at 7:40AM on Jun 13th 2007 by PARISITE JAIL CROTCH HILTON SUX!

463. ADD MY ASS! Just give the naughty little bitch a damn good belting that'll set her spoilt ass straigtht! PARIS HILTON IS NOTHING BUT A POILT LITTLE WHORE WHO HAS ALWAYS GOTTEN HER OWN WAY AND NOW SHE"S THROWING SPAZES LEFT, RIGHT AND CENTRE COZ SHE HAS TO DO WHAT SHE"S TOLD

"GROW UP YOU SPOILT LITTLE BITCH WE ARE ALL WELL AND TRULY SICK TO DEATH OF YOU!"

Posted at 7:41AM on Jun 13th 2007 by PARISITE JAIL CROTCH HILTON SUX!

464. Hello,
I would like you all to be heavily educated before you write a blog about some blonde!

Posted at 10:08AM on Jun 13th 2007 by Genius

465. ADD? How about ASS!

Posted at 12:55PM on Jun 13th 2007 by Sues

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