postr/StutterDecember 20, 2023

Do they think we are retarded?

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Do they think we are retarded? This has happened at least twice. One time this kid at school, two grades lower than me, straight up gave me a pen and paper and told me to write a sentence. I wrote it normally at normal speed and he was surprised. He expected me to 'stutter' while writing. He thought i stutter when thinking like i do when speaking. He then asked me questions I dont remember exactly but they implied that my brain does not function normally especially in terms of speed. I later got an idea i can use that to my advantage by claiming i reason slower in exams so i should get additional time especially in maths haha. Thats kinda concerning bcs someone might feel unsafe around me bcs they think am retarded or something. Has this happened to you?

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Identity & DisabilitySchool & Work

Subthemes

Stigma & BullyingSchool & Academic Life

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perceived_judgmentsocial_pressure