How to handle low self-esteem
By: Honor Head
Series: Under pressure; Under pressure
Publisher: Franklin Watts
Published: 2014
Place of publication: London
Language: eng
ISBN-13: 9781445132419
Subjects: Self-esteem; Juvenile literature; Self-actualization (Psychology); Self Concept
Description: Modern life can be complicated. As an older child or teenager you will experience lots of different social situations and encounter all kinds of people both at school, at home and in the wider world. What happens when you have doubts about your thoughts and feelings? How can you make your voice and your opinions heard among the rest of your friends, family and acquaintances? How to Handle Low Self Esteem is an essential guide, helping you to understand how and why you might feel this way, what you can do to improve things for yourself. The book highlights areas that may trigger these feelings, such as bullying or peer-pressure. Perhaps you are under pressure because of your sexual orientation, your race or religion or because you simply don't fit the mould. This book will help you confront your issues and offers solid advice based on the experiences of real people.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.

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Table of contents: title: What is self-esteem?; title: What causes low self-esteem?; title: The teenage years; title: Body image; title: Food-related issues; title: School life; title: Behavioural choices; title: Substance abuse and self-harming; title: Family life; title: Abuse; title: A long-term problem; title: The power of positive thinking; title: Being your own best friend; title: Talking it through; title: The food-mood connection; title: Exercise; title: A four-legged friend; title: Getting help; title: Saying 'yes' to life.