Is it Time to Give Up on Self-esteem? Serious questions have been raised about what, if anything, self-esteem does and whether it is as important as people usually assume.
Why You Shouldn’t Tell Your Kids They’re Smart or Talented If you want your kids to become great at something, the last thing you should do is to keep telling them they’re great at something.
No—Disney Princesses Won’t Make Your Child Hate Their Body Disney princesses might affect children’s feelings about their bodies, but it isn’t all bad news.
Are Political Attitudes in Adulthood Rooted in Past Teenage Insecurities? Low self-esteem teens oppose immigration, gender equality, and social equality—even three decades later.
Wealthier People Have Higher Self-Esteem, But What Comes First? Tracking people over time reveals whether income leads to self-esteem or vice versa.
Liking Your Body and Yourself Through the Experience of Social Power Social power makes people happy with their appearance.
Low Self-Esteem and Eating Disorders: A Vicious Circle Does low self-esteem lead to the development of eating disorders or is it the other way round?
Self-esteem Is Good for You! Although lay people view self-esteem as an essential ingredient of a successful life, psychologists have long been dubious about the supposed benefits of self-esteem.