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They just use signals with their hands or feet

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Why did Alexander Graham Bell dislike deaf people?

There is no evidence that Alexander Graham Bell disliked deaf people. In fact, he was very passionate about working with the deaf community and his wife, Mabel Gardiner Hubbard, was deaf. Bell's interest in deaf education and communication led him to invent the telephone and establish schools for the deaf.


Why is it politically correct to use a capital d when referring to deaf people?

Using a capital "D" when referring to Deaf people is a way to acknowledge their cultural identity as members of the Deaf community, which is rooted in shared experiences, sign language, and traditions. It distinguishes them from people who are simply "deaf" in terms of audiological status.


Why do deaf people sign if they can speak vocally?

Being able to speak vocally works OK when a deaf person is speaking TO a hearing person but when both people are deaf neither can hear what the other person is saying. Signing therefore enables communication between deaf people and would be a better way for a hearing person to say something TO a deaf person. If you can hear why don't you learn how to sign!


What language do deaf people think in?

Deaf people think in the language that they speak, which is usually (but not always) the local sign language.


What do you think being deaf is like?

Quiet. Probably annoying, since most people unless they're deaf, or are close to someone deaf, don't know your language. But probably also nice, since deaf communities are closely knit. If you're interested in learning more about Deaf culture or ASL, you may enjoy the book: For Hearing People Only by Matthew Scott Moore and Linda Levitan.

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