self-help

noun
UK /ˌselfˈhelp/
US /ˌselfˈhelp/

Things you do to make yourself feel better or solve your own problems without asking others for help.

She read a self-help book to learn how to feel happier.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. The act of doing things for yourself instead of getting help from other people.

The library has a self-help section where you can check out books by yourself.

3. A group where people with the same problem meet to support each other.

He joined a self-help group for people who want to stop smoking.

4. Books, tapes, or programs that teach you how to improve your life.

The store sells self-help guides about saving money.