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What is another word for a deaf person instead of calling them slow person?

It's important to understand that using the term "slow person" to refer to a deaf person is not only inaccurate but also incredibly offensive and disrespectful.

Deafness does not affect intelligence or processing speed.

Here are some appropriate ways to refer to a person who is deaf:

* Deaf person: This is the most common and respectful term.

* Hard of hearing: This term is used for people with a partial hearing loss.

* D/deaf: This is a more inclusive term that recognizes the cultural and linguistic aspects of deafness.

* Individual with hearing loss: This is a more clinical term.

Remember: Always treat individuals with respect and use language that is appropriate and sensitive to their identity.

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