Your Self Esteem Was Destroyed In Childhood

• Difficulties in learning and development: Children with low self-esteem may be less likely to participate in activities, try new things, or take risks. This can hinder their learning and development both academically and socially.
• Social difficulties: Children with low self-esteem may have difficulty making friends, feeling accepted, or standing up for themselves. This can lead to loneliness, isolation, and bullying.
• Mental health problems: Low self-esteem is a risk factor for developing mental health problems such as anxiety and depression, especially when combined with other negative experiences.

Factors that can contribute to low self-esteem in childhood:

• Negative experiences: This could include bullying, abuse, neglect, or chronic illness.
• Unrealistic expectations: Parents or caregivers who set unrealistic expectations or compare their child to others can damage their self-esteem.
• Critical or negative environment: Growing up in a household where there is a lot of criticism, negativity, or conflict can erode a child’s self-esteem.

Remember:

• It’s never too late to build healthy self-esteem, even if it was damaged in childhood.
• There are many resources available to help children and adults build self-esteem, including therapy, support groups, and self-help books.
• If you are concerned about a child’s self-esteem, it’s important to seek professional help.

Here are some resources that can help:

• The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): https://www.nami.org/
• The Child Mind Institute: https://childmind.org/
• The Jed Foundation: https://jedfoundation.org/

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