In theory that's absolutely right. Gabby's behaviors after many years using ABA were pretty predictable and many times I was able to use all the tools I've learned and apply them...
I was naive enough to think that's all there is to it...
Except I forgot HORMONES.... Teenage behaviors.....
I know!! Come on!! I've work with them for years.... you'd think that's a natural thing to remember,
but maybe I didn't pay attention, or maybe it's the fact that we deal with autism behaviors, made me think that we wouldn't deal with those kind of behaviors... maybe be excused of some of the usual burdens of life?
But sure our therapists just pointed out to me that after all, Gabby is just like any other kid out there, who will be having that part of life.
If you think about it.. yeah its annoying, but at the same time... Awesome.. another milestone of normalcy.
She is becoming aware of her surroundings, she is starting to be ok to be around people even when her social skills are basic, and still needs support and constant direction, and care.
But the changes are there, she is moving forward. small HUGE steps that we celebrate and rejoice.
you never know when the next silly thing is coming, when she will be sassy to mix and match her own clothes and shoes, or even demand a hair change....
I love her no other way around it. and I'm so glad I'm her mom
