Sohail Ahmad spent years not knowing why, despite being able to speak, he was unable to utter even a word in certain situations. Now, this doctor and social activist, after decades of living with a condition known as 'selective mutism,' is set to speak at a TEDx event about the experience that took his voice away for so many years.
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The Boy Whose Voice Was Lost Now Teaches Others to Speak
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September 30, 2026
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Sohail Ahmad, a doctor and social activist, struggled with selective mutism for years, which prevented him from speaking in certain situations. He is now preparing to share his story at a TEDx event, highlighting the challenges he faced and the importance of communication.
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