SelfEsteem Selfesteem and your health What would make

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Self-Esteem

Self-Esteem

Self-esteem and your health � What would make you feel better about yourself? ?

Self-esteem and your health � What would make you feel better about yourself? ? ? � Better grades 49% � Losing weight 38% � Bulking or toning up 36% � Better relationship with parents 30% � Fitting in with certain peers 16% � I like myself the way I am 15%

Self-esteem and your health � How many of you have an opinion about yourself?

Self-esteem and your health � How many of you have an opinion about yourself? � Self-esteem refers to how much you respect yourself and like yourself. � Think about self-esteem as a continuum, ranging from high self-esteem to low selfesteem. � Psychologists believe high self-esteem has a positive effect on health.

High self-esteem � People with high self-esteem accept themselves for who they are. �

High self-esteem � People with high self-esteem accept themselves for who they are. � They have a realistic view of their strengths and weaknesses and maintain a positive attitude even when they fail at a task. � They form close relationships with people who respect and value them because they value themselves.

Benefits of high self-esteem � Some research shows that, if you feel good about

Benefits of high self-esteem � Some research shows that, if you feel good about yourself, you will be more likely to eat well, to exercise regularly, and to avoid risky behaviors. � You will also be more likely to set goals for yourself, ask for help when you need it, and bounce back quickly from setbacks and disappointments.

Low self-esteem � People with low self-esteem do not have much respect for themselves.

Low self-esteem � People with low self-esteem do not have much respect for themselves. � They judge themselves harshly and worry too much about what others think of them. � They may “put on an act” in public to impress others and hide their insecurities. � Their fear of failure and looking bad may prevent them from trying new things.

Risks of low self-esteem � Negative thoughts such as “I can’t do that” or

Risks of low self-esteem � Negative thoughts such as “I can’t do that” or “I’m not smart enough” make it difficult to succeed. � So does thinking success is a matter of luck rather than hard work. � More likely to do drugs, drop out of school, become pregnant, and suffer from eating disorders. � Also, more likely to be violent or selfdestructive.

How self-esteem develops � Self-esteem can increase or decrease as people interact with their

How self-esteem develops � Self-esteem can increase or decrease as people interact with their family, peers, and their community. � On average self-esteem drops in early adolescence, increases gradually during adulthood, and decreases again toward the end of life. � Teen males tend to have higher self-esteem then teen females.

Childhood � Self-esteem begins as a child. � If children have the chance to

Childhood � Self-esteem begins as a child. � If children have the chance to succeed at small tasks and to build skills, they are likely to become confident individuals. � Often, there is a gradual decline in selfesteem during the elementary school years. � This may be because students begin to compare themselves with other children.

Adolescence � It is normal for teens to be critical of their appearance, their

Adolescence � It is normal for teens to be critical of their appearance, their abilities, their interests, and their shortcomings. � Some teens are overly self-conscious and judge themselves too harshly. � You receive messages about your appearance, your gender, your culture, and your values, from media and others around you.

Adulthood � Self-esteem generally rises during adulthood. � Adults are better able to keep

Adulthood � Self-esteem generally rises during adulthood. � Adults are better able to keep things in the proper perspective. � Self-esteem tends to drop in older adults. ◦ Health problems ◦ Limited roles for older adults in society