Books with author Cara Acred

An estimated one in 12 children/young people are said to self-harm and, although it is not directly related to suicide, research has shown that about three in every 100 people who self-harm over 15 years will eventually kill themselves. This book deals with self-harm and suicide as two separate topics, exploring the reasons why people self-harm and experience suicidal thoughts. It also looks at coping mechanisms and real-life experiences, and at the recent links between cyber bullying and suicide.

Today, body image is not only a concern for women; in our media driven, celeb-conscious society, increasing numbers of men, and girls as young as five years old, worry about their body shape and appearance. With the rise of plastic surgery and an airbrushing epidemic sweeping the net, television and magazine industries, body dysmorphia is becoming an ever more worrying issue. This book explores the causes of negative body image, examines its effects and looks at ways in which we can tackle the problem.

Sexual orientation and gender identity can be extremely complex issues, and each individual case is different. We are all familiar with terms such as gay and transgender, but what do they really mean? Covering topics such as 'Are you born gay?', homophobic bullying and LBGT rights, this book addresses the issues surrounding sexual orientation and gender identity.

Most people know that excessive alcohol consumption can be damaging to a person's health, so why do dangerous drinking trends such as 'Neck and Nominate' continue to gain popularity? This book examines the short-term and long-term effects that alcohol can have on the body. It also explores alcohol dependence, drinking trends and the dangers of fake alcohol. Finally, Alcohol and Health considers whether alcohol can add value to society in the form of public houses and employment.