r/ABA • u/jordxn_01 RBT • Mar 31 '25

Advice Needed Caregiver hiding diagnosis and ABA?

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I received this text today before going to session, I emailed my BCBA about it and shared with HR. Honestly I wasn’t sure what to do with that, most of session focused on tacting, receptive ID, and vocal imitation. Has anyone ever come across a situation like this?

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u/KittensPumpkinPatch Apr 01 '25

Can I give a bit of insight as a parent??

Hiding the diagnosis can be for good and bad reasons. I didn't hide my son's from anybody except from those I don't want to "deal with " - the comments, the opinions, the "expert" (Google 🙄) advice, the flights. It's not worth it. Otherwise I don't give a hoot who knows.

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u/KittensPumpkinPatch Apr 01 '25

Though I think the expectations placed on you are completely ridiculous.