What are the signs of a low self esteem, Find out here
Here are some symptoms of low self-esteem in teenagers:
• sleeping all the time, lack of energy and motivation
• sudden drop in grades or interest in academics
• neglecting their personal appearance
• slurred speech
• skipping meals or binge eating, leading to sudden weight loss or weight gain
Low self-esteem is unfortunately pretty common in teenagers. There are a lot of physical, emotional and
mental changes and sometimes it is overwhelming.
Changes in their bodies and their own inability to control their emotions can make a teen feel
confused and scared.
The urge to fit in with their peers is very strong, and any perceived rejection by friends or
classmates could lead to low self-esteem.
So, what’s the solution?
Different activities like sport, workshops can help them to get focused and pay attention to something else rather than their “problems”.
They have to do something they enjoy doing. If they like painting encourage them to paint, if they actively involved in any kind of sport activity support them to be better at it. They have so much energy,
they just have to guide it into the right direction.
Low self-esteem in teenagers is not a disease. It’s just their response to the overwhelming tasks, o
bligations and their willingness to fit in to the group or team.
Team building activities for teens that are less competitive are a way to encourage personal growth
and social skills in a safe and non-judgmental setting. This is a good practice not only for shy teens or those
with low self-esteem,but for overly confident and overbearing teens who can benefit from an atmosphere where
the focus is on cooperation and team building.
