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Culture, race and teenagers

Australia is a country made up of many wonderful cultures, races and religions. Your family's heritage is something to be celebrated, and you can help your teen to remain connected with their culture. If you'd like some background around culture and race and the benefits of cultural pride, read our fact sheet here.

Otherwise, see below for our suggestions on helping your teen regarding all things culture and race.

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The importance of culture for your teenager

Your cultural and racial background is something to be celebrated. Learn how you can help your teen stay connected with their heritage.

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Talking to your teen about their culture and race

Your family’s cultural identity is a strength, but it can be tricky for teens to balance the cultures at home and school.

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Your teen, culture and wellbeing

Your child's health, wellbeing and happiness are so important. Learn how you can use your cultural strengths to support your teen's mental wellbeing.

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Helping your teen cope with racism

Being a target of racism is never easy. Get some ways you can help your teen deal with racism.

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Navigating cultural differences in teen relationships

Dating someone from a different cultural background can be a beneficial experience for your teen, but it can also come with some unique challenges. Find out how to support and guide your teen in a cross-cultural romantic relationship.

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Culture, heritage and connecting with your teen

Hear from clinical psychologist, Shilpa Madiwale, on building cultural pride and connecting with your teen.

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Behaviour changes in your teen – what you can do to help

When your child’s grades are dropping or they’re acting differently from usual, it could be a sign that something else is going on. Find out what you can do to help them.

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Navigating racism with your teen

Hear from Jamal Elsheikh on how you and your teen can understand racism, even if you don’t experience it yourself.

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Managing conflict and cultural differences

Hear from clinical psychologist, Shilpa Madiwale, on how parents can manage conflict and cultural differences.

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        We acknowledge the traditional owners of Country throughout Australia. We pay our respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and to Elders past and present. We recognise connection to Country as integral to health and wellbeing.

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        ReachOut values diversity. We are committed to providing a safe, culturally appropriate, and inclusive service for all people, regardless of their ethnicity, faith, disability, sexuality, or gender identity.

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              We acknowledge the traditional owners of Country throughout Australia. We pay our respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and to Elders past and present. We recognise connection to Country as integral to health and wellbeing.

              We acknowledge people with lived experience of mental ill-health and recovery and the experience of people who have been carers, families, or supporters.

              ReachOut values diversity. We are committed to providing a safe, culturally appropriate, and inclusive service for all people, regardless of their ethnicity, faith, disability, sexuality, or gender identity.

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