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Low Self Esteem

But what if a normally outgoing and sociable child starts to become quiet and withdrawn? Take a look at this issue of Low Self Esteem.

Body Image

If we are totally honest, very few of us, are 100% happy with our bodies. Most of us, if we could, would change something. However, this can be a bigger issue with young people, especially young girls.

Anorexia

We mentioned earlier that some self image problems will require professional help and anorexia is one of them. Many young people have self image issues surrounding their weight and believe they are overweight when the reality is they are not. We look at Anorexia Nervosa and ways you and your family can deal with it.

Bulimia

More common in women in their mid to late teens, Bulimia was only officially recognised as an eating disorder in 1979, although it had undoubtedly been around for many years before that. BEST Advice looks at this eating disorder.

Self Harm

One of the most distressing things a parent can face is to find out their child is self harming. The very person you are committed to protecting and keeping safe is injuring themselves, and doing so quite deliberately. How can you deal with this distressing subject?