Overwhelmingly, deaf and hard of hearing people prefer to be called “deaf” or “hard of hearing.” Nearly all organizations of the deaf use the term “deaf and hard of hearing,” and the NAD is no exception.

Is it OK to call a deaf person hearing impaired?

The National Association for the Deaf, for example, is OK with the use of hard of hearing, while the Hearing Loss Association of America recommends people with hearing loss.

Is being deaf considered special needs?

Deaf is also a disability. You have a loss of one of the 5 senses that enable a human being to be normal This disability enables you to have the privilege to gain some accessibility to resources that you would nonetheless would not be allowed to have, just because youre different...

Is deaf deaf peoples name for themselves?

The Deaf community has its own naming system within their native ASL language, and its quite a gift to receive a name sign. Even more special is that your name sign is only used by deaf people—it should not be used on official documents or by people who hear. So accept your ASL name and enjoy this lovely honor.

Is being deaf a disability?

Deafness is clearly defined as a disability under the ADA, as major life activities include hearing,10 9 and hearing impairments are clearly specified as a physical or mental disability. 0 While this resolves the issue for most individuals and entities, the Deaf Community takes a different view.