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The government is now operating in accordance with the Guidance on Caretaker Conventions, pending the outcome of the 2025 federal election.

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Conversation guide: How to talk to your autistic teenager

By ReachOut Accredited

This provider is accredited through the National Safety and Quality Digital Mental Health Standard

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About this service

Read this guide to better interactions and fewer misunderstandings with your autistic teenager. Explore how communicating with your autistic teenager can be a positive experience for you both.

This service may help:

  • Facilitate conversations with your teenager
  • Support a young person to manage their wellbeing
  • Direct you to resources with more information

Service for

Parents
Parents
Carers (family, friends, professional carers)
Carers (family, friends, professional carers)

Cost

Free

Age group

26 to 69 years

Availability

24/7

Duration

1 day or One-off service

Engagement

Self-guided