Topic > Self-esteem in adolescence - 1360

According to Erikson, adolescence is an age of struggle to acquire a positive role identity (Erikson, 1963; Gross, 1987; Rasmussen, 1964). Being a teenager can be very difficult and stressful at times; not only for parents but also for individuals, because it is during this phase that self-esteem begins to deteriorate. Individuals begin to compare their grades, their appearance with their friends and with their favorite celebrities. Self-esteem remains one of the most commonly studied concepts in social psychology (Baumeister 1993; Mruk 1995, et al.). Self-esteem, defined as a global vision of oneself, also plays an essential role in the process of self-acceptance within a group. Self-esteem is the development of side effects such as facing difficult challenges, working successfully alone or with others, overcoming frustration and boredom. There are two characteristics that influence self-esteem in adolescents: self-confidence and self-respect. Self-respect is the proper dignity a person has for himself, while self-confidence is the confidence an individual has in his own judgments. Depending on how an individual sees themselves can determine their sense of efficacy and dignity. According to identity theory, a person is composed of multiple identities that show the various social positions an individual uses in the larger social group (Burke, P.J., & Cast, A.D. (2002). A theory of self-esteem. Social Forces , 80,3). Self-esteem is made up of two distinct dimensions, competence and value. The competence dimension, which is efficacy-based self-esteem, indicates the degree to which people consider themselves capable and successful. While worth the size that is also known... middle of paper... Teens can also increase their self-esteem by viewing their many mistakes as a learning opportunity. Accepting that you will make mistakes, because making mistakes is inevitable and mistakes are part of learning. Individuals should also remember that their talents and creativity are constantly developing and that everyone excels in different things, it is what makes people unique (Barnett, R.V., The Costs and Causes of Low Self-Esteem (2005) . Once an adolescent's self-esteem is better, it inspires further success (Seligman, 2007 (p.33). When adolescents begin to feel connected to others around them, instead of feeling isolated and withdrawn, they begin to open up and express their inner thoughts, which will allow them to feel comfortable and confident.