Child self esteem formed in the first years of life. Of course, it is not static or permanent; it modified according to the life experiences and the relationships we establish with our peers.
We can define Self-esteem as a set of emotions and internal thoughts that determine the image we have of ourselves; however, how we judge ourselves.
The current society does not make it easy for the little ones. A multitude of advertising messages and television programs extol the values of the winner and the frustration of the losers. You always have to win and have anything material now.
There are almost no opportunities to learn that “defeats” and not having everything fast and effortlessly are part of life. Undoubtedly an essential part of each individual’s personal growth. All of this can affect self esteem early.
It is evident that positive self-esteem constitutes a fundamental pillar for the development of a healthy personality. It is the basis, on which the personal balance and psychological health of each building.
On the contrary, low self-esteem supposes a negative perception of oneself. It is the possibility of facing different situations and a negative vision of the near future. That based on the little confidence that we have in ourselves.
Although a deficit of self-esteem is not considered clinically as a disorder, it is known for sure that it is one of the predisposing variables for the origin of many of the behavioral and emotional disorders.
School performance and the level of positive self-esteem usually correlate; on the contrary. Low self-esteem has associated with the early onset of alcohol and drug use, as well as depression, anxiety, insecurity, dependency, isolation, and general apathy.
We are going to show how it can affect children and how to improve a child’s self-esteem and what are the factors that we must take into account to build healthy self-esteem in them.