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However, a provider might notice burnout symptoms developing and talk to you about treatment options.

In an effort to fit in and be accepted, theymaskthese behaviors and may present as neurotypical.

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This is why many autistic people describe their experience in ABA as traumatic or abusive.

They might be told the behavior is distracting or annoying.

In the long-term, this will prevent burnout in the community as a whole.

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