Did you know that the perpetrators of child sexual abuse are usually those who are familiar to the child? Read on to find out how you can potentially identify an adult who’s sexually abusing a child. Child sexual abuse cases have been on the rise and reports of this heinous…
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Are your children safe on the Internet in Singapore? Top expert tells all
The Internet provides a world of opportunities for children and their development, but how do we make sure they are safe on the Internet in Singapore? The Internet has bountiful benefits for increasing the knowledge of our children, how then do we protect our kids from threats and risks that…
Roles of a Will and LPA in Estate Planning (and Why You Need Both)
What is Estate Planning? Estate planning refers to the process of determining what happens to one’s assets, including the management of your property and financial affairs, in the event that you lose mental capacity or pass on. This article will introduce two important tools in estate planning: A will; and…
Penalties for Shoplifting in Singapore – As Explained by a Lawyer
What is Shoplifting? “Shoplifting” involves the taking of items or goods from a shop without permission. It is typically “completed” when one eventually leaves the shop with the items or goods without making any payment at all. Is placing an item into one’s personal bag while in the shop considered…
Singaporean children as young as 10 think about suicide: SOS
What are the warning signs parents must be aware of? With thoughts of suicide from children as young as 10 years old, we can’t help but worry about the increase in suicidal behaviour in Singaporean children. You might not know this, but according to Samaritans of Singapore (SOS), suicide is the leading…
Kids’ emotional abuse: The 5 signs you could be missing
In most cases, parents never know whether they’re emotionally abusing their child without meaning to. People often think of physical and sexual abuse first when they hear “childhood abuse.” It’s problematic because emotions are at the core of all abuses, so kids’ emotional abuse is often overlooked.Kids’ emotional abuse is…
Are vaccinations mandatory? Can I opt out of it?
Vaccinations are important to a child’s health as they help to prevent a number of serious diseases over their life time. Studies have shown that immunizations save lives and they also help to protect other children by stopping the spread of disease. Question from reader: Are vaccinations mandatory? Can I…
Why you need to talk to your child about sexual abuse now!
Child sexual abuse is a heinous crime that can be stopped if we all work together. In this article, find out what you, as parents, can do to spread awareness and take steps to stop the sexual abuse of children. The sexual abuse of children is a topic none of…
7 Things that can predict divorce, according to science
Knowing the seven things that can predict divorce can help married couples know how best to keep their relationship strong. No one can really know whether or not a couple will get divorced. But you’ll be surprised that scientists have actually discovered seven reasons for divorce, that can be predicted…
5 steps to discipline WITHOUT hurting your child
Replace the old system of corporal punishment with a new one – the 5 step process to discipline, without hurting your child! We have all been there with a challenging child. A child whom you love, but seems to know exactly what to do to push your buttons. If you…