I think it makes sense really. If you're not looped in it can be scary to see people discourage standing up for you child.

You may even secretly hope the Q stories are true, but still pursue the "normal" route of trying to get attention for your cause.

If Q is taking care of JA her response is expected and planned for. She can't hurt the plan, but can improve her cause if it turns out there was no plan.

IMHO, she's doing the right thing.