We all know that navigating the treacherous waters of high school can be difficult, but imagine having to do it while being labeled a snitch by your peers. That’s the reality for one 17-year-old girl who, despite her high-functioning autism, has found herself isolated and friendless due to her inability to keep secrets. But what happens when her younger brother decides to confront her about it? ♂️
The Sister’s Struggle
Social Issues
The Snitch Label
The Root of the Problem
A Missing Lesson
Moral Compass Gone Awry
Parents’ Reluctance
Honesty vs. Secrets
The Harsh Truth
Confronting the Issue
The Consequences
Parents’ Reaction
To Apologize or Not? ♂️
The Blame Game: Parents or Sister?
This heartbreaking story of a high-functioning autistic girl labeled as a snitch has us wondering: who’s really at fault here? Is it the girl herself, who struggles with social norms and keeping secrets? Or is it her parents, who seem reluctant to teach her the importance of discretion? One thing’s for sure, her brother’s decision to tell her the truth has stirred up a whirlwind of emotions and consequences. Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation… ️
Helping an autistic sister navigate social norms and boundaries
Sibling’s autism made OP realize the importance of honesty and empathy.
Teens call out parents’ lack of guidance in sister’s ‘rat’ behavior
NTA exposes sister’s reputation, but teaching her to snitch is dangerous
Teaching the distinction between secrets that need to be shared ❤️
Explaining the situation to an autistic person can help them cope
Support for the sister and criticism for the parents’ failure
Navigating the line between white lies and telling the truth
Understanding the struggles of those with autism
Sister’s ‘rat’ reputation exposed by teen. NTA for telling truth.
Empathetic comment and reply suggest sister needs guidance with secrets
Understanding the social rules is a challenge for autistic people
Encouraging comment on sibling’s behavior with helpful advice
Supportive comment helps sister with ‘rat’ reputation at school
Understanding and empathy for those with high functioning autism
Explaining a social construct to sister exposes parents’ selfishness. NTA
Being honest with her was the right thing to do , but remember to be kind and considerate
Being honest with your sister cost you her friends? NTA!
Coworker with autism had violent meltdowns, management failed to act.
Helpful advice on social skills and when to keep quiet
Teaching the harm rule for secrets to prevent social mistakes.
Sister’s ‘rat’ reputation exposed, commenter advises to stop behavior.
Encouraging honesty can backfire, leading to social isolation and anxiety.
Teaching the importance of secrets and trust. NTA
Sibling loyalty prevails
Kind commenter suggests help for sister’s social struggles
Is snitching always bad? Some snitching is actually being the hero. Some of it is not. Let’s differentiate between little things or legitimate issues.
Commenter warns sister’s lack of confidentiality could jeopardize future career
Encouraging comment from an autistic person, supporting OP’s actions.
Parents’ fear of secrets enables sister’s snitching reputation. NTA
Brutal honesty wins, NTA comment takes no prisoners
Teen defends themselves with NTA. No drama here.
Sibling defends sister’s social skills, blames parents for failure.
Sharing information without consent can damage trust in relationships.
Autistic person agrees with NTA’s decision to expose sister’s reputation
Being honest with your sister is being a true ally
Honesty is the best policy! NTA
Roommate on spectrum offers insight on sister’s ‘rat’ reputation
Sibling loyalty or exposing the truth? NTA stands firm
Clear communication is key ️ Have an honest conversation
Sibling honesty prevails in exposing ‘rat’ reputation
Encouraging comment about teaching social intricacies to teenagers.
Brother defends sister’s reputation at school, teaches important lesson ❤️
Compassionate NTA sister teaches importance of privacy and safety
Teaching social codes to teens on spectrum
Navigating secrets in high school can be tricky
Teaching life skills to autistic individuals is crucial
Supportive commenter defends exposing sister’s reputation at school.
Autistic commenter explains NAH perspective on ‘rat’ sister’s behavior.
Teaching critical social skills to high-functioning autistic sibling
Honesty is the best policy , NTA for telling the truth.
Honesty is the best policy , even if it’s not always appreciated.
Teen defends sister’s reputation, suggests better communication with friends.
Understanding autism and honesty. NTA for setting the record straight
Being autistic doesn’t make you an a**hole, NTA for helping.
Helpful advice on when to keep a secret or tell
Encouraging response to NTA’s advice on sister’s social struggles
Last Updated on May 6, 2023 by Diply Social Team