r/MadeMeSmile • u/HoneyRush • Aug 01 '26

Good Vibes Perfectly sized

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u/MyNameJoby Aug 02 '26

Little person here! I /have/ dwarfism but I'd prefer not to be called "a dwarf".

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u/ZoominAlong Aug 02 '26

So saying "he has dwarfism" is fine, yes, because it's the medical condition? Like saying "he has schizophrenia" but saying "schitzo" isn't okay. 

I'm not trying to be an asshole here, just clarifying. 

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u/MyNameJoby Aug 02 '26

Kinda? But honestly it's not that severe. I am technically a "dwarf" but my personal associations with like, mythology and D&D etc. makes it feel a bit weird to use the term for myself, y'know?

I DO NOT speak for every person with dwarfism and everyone has their own preferences so if possible, always check with the individual!

What I can say though is that "m*dget" is universally disliked and IS an offensive slur.

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u/ZoominAlong Aug 02 '26

Totally understandable! No I get it, just like I can't speak for every person with DID. 

And thanks about the m word, I was pretty positive it was still a slur but it's nice to have it confirmed!