I’ve been officially diagnosed with ADHD and borderline personality disorder, and while I vibe with those communities, I still feel like I don’t fully fit in. Recently, I’ve been diving into autism, especially after my brother’s diagnosis, and suddenly, so much about me makes sense.

But here’s the twist, getting diagnosed with autism in Egypt feels like chasing a mirage. Doctors here stick to outdated ideas, thinking autism means you can’t talk, scream a lot, or struggle to function, and since I’m an extrovert and can make eye contact, apparently, I can’t possibly be autistic. Fun, right?

It’s frustrating because I know autism isn’t one-size-fits-all, it’s a spectrum, and everyone experiences it differently. I just want to connect with others who get it, whether you’re diagnosed, self-diagnosed, or just figuring things out like me.

If you’re neurodivergent or part of the autistic community, let’s chat and share our stories. I’m tired of not feeling like I belong, maybe we can change that together.