Heston Blumenthal reveals bipolar diagnosis and calls for change in the workplace

Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Heston Blumenthal has revealed that he has been diagnosed with bipolar disorder and is speaking out about the condition to break the stigma around neurodivergence in the workplace. Blumenthal, who was previously diagnosed with ADHD in 2017, described his neurodivergence as his “superpower” but said that people like him are “woefully underrepresented” in the workplace. “I hope that being open about my own mental health will raise awareness of the issue and I want to campaign to highlight the contribution neurodiversity can make to the workplace.” open image in gallery Heston Blumenthal has been diagnosed with bipolar and ADHD The chef then put his own creativity down to being neurodivergent. “The world needs to move on from outdated and archaic misinterpretations of perceived difference, and embrace the opportunities neurodiversity presents.” As reported by the NHS, bipolar is a mood disorder that affects around one in 100 people and is characterised by extreme mood swings that are both low and high.