“Five more minutes.” If you hear that at 10pm, you’re not alone. Screens are part of homework, friendships and downtime — and they’re often eating into sleep. This isn’t about banning devices. It’s about balancing screen time and sleep, and protecting the hour before bed. What MOH recommends Singapore’s Ministry of Health guidance, updated in […]
About one in six young people aged 10 to 24 in Singapore show signs of problematic social media use, according to a Ministry of Health report. It is a concern many parents recognise at home: “Just five more minutes” can easily become an hour. I recently spoke with Lianhe Zaobao about excessive social media use […]
Progress Happens on Difficult Days, Too When a child is having a hard day, it can be difficult to see the progress they’ve made. They may need an instruction repeated, struggle with a task they managed yesterday, or need more help to settle. For parents and educators, these moments can be tiring. Pause, offer support, […]
Recent media coverage by CNA Insider has brought attention to the growing issue of hikikomori, or “hidden youth”—young people who gradually withdraw from school, friends and society. While not every child who refuses school becomes socially withdrawn, persistent school refusal should never be dismissed as “just a phase.” School refusal is often a sign that […]
Singapore has taken an important step forward with the launch of “Screen Smart From The Start”, a nationwide movement to help families foster healthier digital habits. 📱💡 Many parents share the same concern: “My child is spending too much time on screens. What can I do as a parent?” The reality is that technology is […]
When a child has a diagnosed condition or shows signs of a learning or developmental difference, families may have many questions. What does the child need? Which support should come first? At CHEERS Learning and Assessment Services, we help parents find a clear, practical way forward. CHEERS offers a one-stop pathway from assessment to therapy […]
5 Signs Your Child May Benefit from Extra Support Every child develops at their own pace. Still, when a difficulty persists or begins to affect daily life, it may be time to seek guidance. Here are five signs to look out for. 1. Ongoing learning difficulties Your child continues to struggle with reading, writing or […]
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