Written by Eugene Tng, QASP-S, Programme Director at ABA LABS One of the most powerful skills you can give a child is the ability to ask for what they want. It sounds simple, but for a child who can't yet request effectively, the inability to communicate a need is a constant source of frustration, and often the root of challenging behaviour. Teaching a child to ask, in whatever form works for them, can transform daily life. Here's how to think about it. Why Requesting Matters

Written by Eugene Tng, QASP-S, Programme Director at ABA LABS Parenting a child with additional needs asks more of you, more vigilance, more advocacy, more patience, more hours, often with less rest and fewer breaks. It's no wonder so many parents reach a point of sheer depletion. This post names that honestly, and offers practical ways to look after yourself, not as an indulgence, but because your wellbeing is part of your child's support system. Burnout Is Not a Character F

Written by Eugene Tng, QASP-S, Programme Director at ABA LABS Learn why some children struggle with attention in class and how parents can support focus, listening, and participation during learning activities. Why Some Children Struggle to Pay Attention in Class Many parents hear feedback from teachers such as: “Your child seems easily distracted during class.” This often leads parents to wonder: “Why does my child struggle to pay attention?” Attention is a developmental sk