Building A Child's Self-Esteem

Building A Child's Self-Esteem : Facing The Problem

Do you ever notice the child who sits in the back of class? Do you notice the child who never wants to participate in any class discussions? Do you notice the child who walks with his head down because he believes he has nothing to live for? Do you notice the child that has no friends? Lack of self esteem plays a major factor when it comes to children showing their true identity. 

Self-esteem is the collection of beliefs or feelings we have about ourselves, our "self-perceptions."

"Low self-esteem is shaped early in life. Unfortunately, the well-meaning adults in a child's life may actually have the most negative impact: the parent with unrealistically high expectations who may unconsciously belittle a child's accomplishments, the teacher who doesn't give enough encouragement when it's needed, and the caregiver who doesn't show affection" (Herel).

“Positive interactions with children always help to build up a child’s self-esteem. These interactions help children to be stronger and more secure in them self” (Bergeron).  

         Causes Of Low Self-Esteem

The biggest cause of lack of self-esteem is bullying. When kids attend schools they are suppose to feel safe; however, they have to face bullying. A bully is a person who feels bad about themselves and takes they anger out on others. 

Effects of Lack of Self-Esteem

• Suicide 

• Teen Pregnancy 

• Crime Rates Increase 

• Higher High School Drop-Out