r/ABA • u/Ok_Big6339 • 20h ago

Parent asked why I was implementing program

I'm a BT that was working with a client and asked parent if client could practice eating by himself (parent usually feeds him). Parent then asked me why and stated that he can eat fine by himself, just he doesn't like to eat foods he doesn't like. I told her I could ask about the goal. I sent a message to my BCBA about mom's comment and asked if the goal should be changed. Was this the right course of action?

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u/Boogly_Moogly 20h ago

The BCBA should be the one to address the concern with the parent as the parent may have follow up questions. Nothing wrong with you asking the BCBA questions or making suggestions about the goal though. Not sure if your plan was to follow-up with the parents or not though.

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u/2muchcoff33 BCBA 19h ago

I miss the days of being able to throw every question to my BCBA. You did the right thing.

Maybe there’s miscommunication on skill set. Maybe it’s cultural for parents to feed their kids. Maybe parents aren’t ready to accept that they’re helping their kid too much. There could be a lot at play but you’re in the lucky position of not having to worry about it.

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u/Eidelman 14h ago

You acted perfectly!