Olympic snowboarder Chloe Kim has come forward about a personal health matter, saying she was diagnosed with ADHD after years of struggling without answers. She described the diagnosis as a turning point in her life.
Kim has earned three Olympic medals and competed at the highest level of her sport during a period when her condition was still going unrecognized. She did not share details about when exactly she received the diagnosis.
Kim is currently in a relationship with NFL player Myles Garrett. Many fans were caught off guard by the announcement, since elite athletes are generally assumed to have strong mental focus. Her decision to speak publicly has resonated with many people.