Chapter 2.2 Flashcards
(9 cards)
Self-esteem
How much you respect yourself and like yourself.
High self-esteem
Positive effect on health
Low self-esteem
Negative effect on health
Benefits of high self-esteem
Acceptance (for who they are), realistic view (of strengths and weaknesses), and maintain a positive attitude (even when they fail a task). (A-RV-PA)
Risks of Low Self-esteem
no Respect for themselves, Judge themselves harshly, Worry too much about others opinions of them.
Self-esteem development
Self-esteem is never constant. It can increase or decrease as people interact with their families, peers, etc.
3 stages of development
Childhood, adolescence, adulthood.
Self-actualization
The process by which people achieve their full potential.
Maslow’s hierarchy of needs
Physiological, safety, love/belongings, esteem, and self-actualization. (PSLBESA)
