Amanda Seales, known for her outspoken opinions and unfiltered rants, found herself in hot water after fans accused her of lying about her autism diagnosis on a recent episode of Club Shay Shay.
The actress and comedian, who has been open about her struggles with mental health and neurodiversity, revealed on the podcast that she had recently been diagnosed with autism. However, some fans were quick to point out that she had previously stated in interviews that she was diagnosed with ADHD, leading to accusations of inconsistency and dishonesty.
Seales, never one to back down from a confrontation, took to social media to address the criticism head-on. In a series of fiery posts, she defended her disclosure of her autism diagnosis and slammed her critics for questioning her honesty.
“I have always been transparent about my journey with mental health and neurodiversity,” Seales wrote. “Just because I have shared my struggles with ADHD in the past does not mean that I cannot also have autism. People are complex and multidimensional, and it is not fair to expect us to fit into neat little boxes.”
Despite the backlash, many of Seales’ fans rallied behind her, praising her for her bravery in speaking out about her diagnosis and standing up to her detractors. The incident has once again highlighted the importance of destigmatizing mental health issues and supporting individuals with neurodivergent conditions.
As the controversy continues to swirl, it remains to be seen how Seales will navigate the fallout from her candid revelations. One thing is for sure – this outspoken star is not afraid to make her voice heard, no matter the consequences.