During X Factor auditions in Austin, Texas, last week, Britney Spears abruptly left the judge's table several times as contestants continued to perform and RadarOnline.com
has exclusively learned the real reason why the pop singer did so --
Brit has Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and can't take
medication for it.
As previously reported, Spears stepped up and delivered the drama last Thursday, ripping Simon Cowell during auditions after he trashed one contestant. "You are so RUDE, Simon," Britney snapped at her boss, setting the tone for what we will surely be seeing much more of in season two.
"Britney was diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
in her teens and used to take medication for it," a source close to the
situation tells RadarOnline.com
exclusively. "The medication helped her deal with it, however, she
can't take it now because it interferes with the other medications she
takes for her mental health issues. Britney's current team of doctors
strictly prohibit her from taking Adderall or Ritalin, which are
commonly given to people with ADHD.
"Simon was made fully aware of Britney's medical history before the
contract was signed, so this certainly isn't a big surprise that she
needs to take breaks during the audition process. Look, Britney
basically has the attention span of a 10-year-old at times. It's not
alarming to Simon at all and he is fully supportive of Britney doing
whatever she needs to do during filming."
According to the Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Association, about 8
million adults suffer from the disorder and symptoms include overall
restlessness, poor sustained attention to tasks and impaired impulse
control.
"Britney's medical team works with her to deal with her disorder
without medication and daily vigorous exercise is what often works best
for Britney. Her nutrition is closely monitored and so is her caffeine
intake, because that can also enhance Britney's inability to focus.
Simon knew what he was dealing with before he ever signed her to join
the show and it's not shocking to him. Of course, it's rather
disconcerting for people that see her do it for the first time but it's
truly nothing to be alarmed at. In fact, Simon would have been surprised
if she hadn't taken breaks during judging last week, this means she is
involved and engaged in the process," the insider says.
Spears has a one year deal to be a judge on the show for a whopping $15 million dollars, with an option for a second year if Cowell and Spears agree.
The X Factor will air this fall on Fox.
Source: radaronline.com
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