Written by Eugene Tng, QASP-S, Programme Director at ABA LABS One of the biggest leaps into formal schooling is the sheer amount of sitting and sustained attention it demands. A child who can't yet settle, stay seated, or attend to a task for more than a moment will find the school day genuinely hard, no matter how bright they are. The reassuring news is that attention and sitting tolerance are skills that can be built, gradually and deliberately, well before Primary One. Her

Written by Eugene Tng, QASP-S, Programme Director at ABA LABS "I want it NOW." For many children, especially those with developmental differences, waiting is genuinely hard. The gap between wanting something and getting it can trigger frustration, meltdowns, and distress that feels out of proportion to adults. But waiting is a learnable skill, and teaching it well can dramatically reduce daily conflict while building a capacity your child will draw on for life. Here's how. Wh

Written by Eugene Tng, QASP-S, Programme Director at ABA LABS Every parent wants their child to grow more capable and independent, to dress themselves, manage their own hygiene, help around the home, and handle the everyday tasks of life. For children with developmental differences, these daily living skills often need to be taught more deliberately than they are for other children. The payoff is significant: independence builds confidence, eases family life, and lays the gro