S15
One time, someone called me “retarded” and it really offended me. I didn’t like it because I have family members with autism, and using that word in a negative way felt really disrespectful to them and to me. It made me feel upset and angry, like the person didn’t understand how hurtful their words could be. In response, I told them that the word they used wasn’t okay and explained why it bothered me. I let them know that people with autism deserve respect, and using that word as an insult is harmful. Today was a mad chill day I slept all day and didn’t come to school