Signs That Your Child Has A Low Self Esteem

One way to be happy is to accept yourself the way you are. As simple as it sounds, it could be a pretty difficult thing for preteens or teenagers to do. Even though trends of self esteem start early in life, majority of children within this age bracket are struggling with feelings of insecurity, self doubt and are embarrassed about their appearance.

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As parents it’s important to be aware of this signs because if not properly dealt with, low self esteem can lead to a host of problems. It might be eye opening to know that majority of low self esteem issues stems from early experiences from the home.

Your child has low self esteem if he or she;

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1. worries and becomes anxious and nervous about challenges.
2. is extremely concerned about their height, especially if short. 3
3. allows frustration set in easily.
4. usually has negative views about themselves and constantly make negative statements like “I’m dumb,” or “I’ll never learn how to play the piano.
5. is not comfortable in social settings.
6. sees themselves in a permanent state of failure.
7. enjoys attacking and running others down and being a bully. Yes, bullies have low self-esteem.
8. is constantly indulging in unhealthy competitions.
9. constantly backs away from challenges to avoid further embarrassment or humiliation.
10. is constantly depressed.
11. begins to act out and take out their feeling of worthlessness on others.
12. appears angry all the time.
13. focuses on their weaknesses and enjoy being in a state of self pity.
14. is always so needy and overtly sensitive.
15. is never able to make decisions for themselves, and if they do change their minds easily.
16.  small and inadequate amongst other kids their age.

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