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What is Eyeth?
What is Eyeth?
- A planet where everyone communicates visually (correct)
- A planet where everyone is unstigmatized
- A planet where everyone is deaf
- A planet where everyone is hearing
What challenges do deaf people face in the United States, as mentioned in the text?
What challenges do deaf people face in the United States, as mentioned in the text?
- Inequitable access to healthcare and education systems
- Increased incidences of employment discrimination and police violence
- Higher levels of sexual-based violence
- All of the above (correct)
What is the significance of Eyeth in Deaf culture, as mentioned in the text?
What is the significance of Eyeth in Deaf culture, as mentioned in the text?
- It is a myth passed down through generations of deaf people
- It is a planet where deaf people communicate freely and live without stigma
- It is a society designed around visual communication and signed language
- All of the above (correct)
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Study Notes
Deaf Culture and Eyeth
- Eyeth is a term used in American Sign Language (ASL) to refer to the DEAF-WORLD, which encompasses Deaf culture, Deaf community, and Deaf identity.
Challenges Faced by Deaf People in the United States
- Deaf individuals face barriers in education, employment, and healthcare due to lack of accessibility and accommodations.
- Limited accessibility to healthcare services and health information hinders Deaf individuals' ability to maintain good health.
- Deaf people experience discrimination and stigma, leading to social and economic disparities.
Significance of Eyeth in Deaf Culture
- Eyeth represents a sense of community, shared identity, and cultural belonging among Deaf people.
- It symbolizes the uniqueness of Deaf culture and the importance of preserving ASL and Deaf heritage.
- Eyeth embodies the values of Deaf empowerment, self-advocacy, and collective identity.
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