World · Singapore Bureau
Autism therapist fined for causing hurt to young child during session
A 29-year-old autism therapist has been fined $5,000 after pleading guilty to voluntarily causing hurt to a child below 14 years old. The incident involved the dragging of a four-year-old boy onto the floor during a therapy session.
LSN Singapore ·
Tricia Lee Hsien appeared in court and admitted to the charge of voluntarily causing hurt to a person below 14 years old. The offense occurred during a therapeutic session with the young child in her care.
The therapist was ordered to pay the $5,000 fine as punishment for her actions. The case highlights concerns about child safety standards and appropriate conduct within therapeutic settings serving vulnerable populations.
The incident prompted scrutiny of professional conduct requirements for caregivers and therapists working with children with developmental conditions. Autism therapy providers in Singapore are expected to adhere to strict behavioral and ethical standards when interacting with young clients.
Authorities did not disclose additional details about the circumstances surrounding the incident or whether further remedial measures were taken beyond the financial penalty.