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Self-Esteem
Objectives
Distinguish between low and high self
esteem.
Learn strategies in how to improve self-
esteem.
Learn a clear understanding about self-
esteem.
Know the reasons behind self-esteem
What exactly is Self- Esteem
• Self-esteem is the judgment or
opinion we hold about ourselves.
It’s the extent to which we
perceive ourselves to be
worthwhile and capable human
beings.
• Self-esteem is the picture we
have of ourselves.
• Self-esteem can be changed or
changed at any age.
Self-Esteem Assessment
Self-Esteem
Yes No Are children born with self-esteem?
Yes No Was your child born with high self-esteem?
Yes No Do you Praise your child?
Yes No Does the caregiver preform a power in a child’s self
esteem?
Yes No Does negative modeling affect the child self esteem?
Yes No Does positive modeling influence the child’s self esteem?
Yes No Do you think you can “give” a child confidence?
Yes No Does bullying affect a child’s self esteem?
Yes No Child that has a high self-esteem they are more social?
Yes No When a child suffers a negative experience does it affect
their self-esteem?
Self-Esteem Graph
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Question 1 Question 2 Question 3 Question 4 Question 5 Question 6 Question 7 Question 8 Question 9 Question 10
Some Common Signs of Low Self-Esteem
• Exaggerated bragging
• Resorting to numerous attention-getting behaviors
such as clowning, acting overly silly, teasing,
complaining, exhibiting both verbal and physical
aggression
• Very reactive to ups and downs of daily life –
failure can be devastating, even on minor issues
• Being self-critical and always apologizing
• Easily influenced by peers
• Blaming
• Reluctance to learn new things or avoiding a
challenge
• Over-reacting to things and situations
• Being unable to make choices or solve problems
• Putting themselves down
High Self-Esteem
• People with high self-esteem:
• Like to meet new people
• Don’t worry about how others will judge
them
• Have the courage to express themselves
• Lives’ are enriched with each new
encounter
• Are nicer to be around
• Ideas are met with interest because others
want to hear what they have t say.
• Are magnets to positive opportunities
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Medicine, 35(3), 358.
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Child. Three Rivers Press.