Real Housewives’ Tanya Bardsley Reveals Life-Changing ADHD Diagnosis and Chaotic Family Dynamics!

As a die-hard admirer, I can’t help but share my profound connection with Tanya Bardsley’s recent revelations. She has opened up about how her life felt like a puzzle before her ADHD diagnosis, pieces seemingly scattered without a clear picture in sight. Her words resonate deeply as they echo the chaos that once reigned in my own world, mirroring the unpredictability I experienced growing up.

As a devoted follower and fan, I’ve been following closely the journey of the Real Housewives star, now 43 years old, who received her diagnosis in 2020. She’s bravely shared her personal struggle, as well as her son Rocco’s diagnosis, opening up about their experiences with this health challenge together.

Prior to the premiere of their upcoming six-episode reality series titled “The Bardlsey Bunch,” airing on ITVBe, Tanya shared insights into her domestic lifestyle.

The famous reality television personality, along with her spouse Phil (a football player), are parents to four children: Gabriella, Rocco, Renz, and Ralphi. Additionally, they live with their grandparents Julie and Steve, as well as great-grandmother Irene, in their shared home.

As I shared with OK! Magazine prior to the show’s debut, they remind me more of the lucky Clampetts than the glamorous Kardashians.

Rocco, who is 16 years old, was recently diagnosed with ADHD following Tanya’s acknowledgment that their household seems to have individuals who exhibit traits associated with being on the autism spectrum, to some degree.

After Tanya admitted that they all seem to show signs of being on the autism spectrum in their house, Rocco, aged 16, was recently diagnosed with ADHD.

She shared with the media outlet, “I am immensely proud that my children will have a different upbringing than mine, as I strive for them to grow up feeling accepted and confident in their own identities.

‘I feel quite sad for the younger me. She struggled so much and didn’t really understand the world.

In this world, traditional classrooms and learning styles may not suit everyone, including those with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) like Rocco. Yet, rather than being troubled by his condition, Rocco takes pride in it and embraces it wholeheartedly.

Previously, Tanya has shared her experiences of being subjected to harsh bullying that pushed her to contemplating suicide.

In her youth, the individual shared an account of a time when she intentionally stepped in front of a fast-moving vehicle. She also disclosed that throughout her life, she’s attempted to take her own life on three separate occasions.

During an interview on the Secure The Insecure podcast, Tanya shared that she attempted suicide multiple times as a young person. Thankfully, her attempts were unsuccessful each time, and she is grateful for this outcome.

‘I think the universe has got bigger plans for you and maybe I had to go through that, too.

It’s important to share your story, whether it’s positive or negative, as it might be helpful to someone, even if it’s someone you don’t know.

The television personality said she was crippling shy when she was younger.

Her experiences with frequent bullying and constant school changes because of her father’s military job left her feeling quite restless and unstable.

Tanya shared that she used to be extremely timid and seldom spoke to others. However, she experienced particularly harsh bullying, a situation that many children encounter at some point in their lives, but her bullying was especially severe.

Growing up, with my father serving in the military, our family had to relocate frequently, and as a result, I found myself attending new schools often. This constant change, however, gave me an unique opportunity to reinvent myself each time, leading me to become quite the jester among my classmates.

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2025-04-05 15:05

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