[mjallday]

> Unfortunately I don't know what to do about it other than move to a different, more emotionally stable country. Culture is hard to change and takes a generation.

That seems extreme. The situation you describe seems directly under control of the parents. Eg you can solve this for your child by simply not subscribing to that culture.

[weland]

It's not that easy. Not subscribing to the culture of most parents tends to result into isolating your child.