Examples Of The Word Retard

The r-word, you know what word I’m talking about. This word that used to be a medical diagnosis has now become America’s favorite adjective. The word “retard” should not be used in any setting. This word that used to be a medical diagnosis has now became America’s favorite adjective. The word “retard” is unnecessary, demeaning, and creates a negative environment.

The r-word is unnecessary in the world we now live in. There are terms such as mentally disabled or mentally handicapped which describe the person’s ability. There are different adjectives that can be used in place of “retard” such as stupid, dumb, and moronic which are more appropriate. “Retard” is not even used in the medical field, so why do some people think it’s ok to use “retard” to describe anything, no matter if it’s a person or movie. “Retard” is outdated it was used as a medical diagnosis in the 20th century, but quickly evolved into a slang word. We have gone so far away from this word’s original meaning some people don’t even recognize that “retard” was once used in the medical field
“Retard” is demeaning to many people whether they, themselves are disabled or they know someone who is disabled. You wouldn’t use a person’s name who is disabled in place of the word “retard” so why do you use the word at all. Can you imagine how people would react if you used any other disability and or condition for example, “That’s dyslexic.” The r-word also creates a negative