Low self-esteem in teenagers is a serious issue. Teenagers suffering from low self-esteem spend their life with chronic doubts. Parents and friends can help these teenagers build their self-confidence levels. This article discusses the signs, causes and self help for low self-esteem among teenagers.

Low Self-Esteem Signs:

• Chronic worry about pleasing other people.
• Negative feelings about their lives.
• Lack of performance towards school assignments.

Causes of Low Self Esteem:

Teenagers go through different challenges. They may not know how to face the challenges and become confused. Some of the factors that cause low self-esteem include:

• Rejection by members of the opposite sex
• Sibling rivalry
• Acne
• Obesity
• Hormonal mood swings
• Poor academic performance

How Low Self-Esteem Hurts Teenagers:

• A teenager’s career, relationship with others and overall happiness depends on level of self- confidence.
• Self-esteem helps teenagers to have faith in themselves.
• Jealousy and distrust can present themselves in teenagers who suffer from negative feelings.  These factors lead to painful arguments.
• Teenagers who have self-esteem problems face different issues. Common issues involve social awkwardness, poor grades, loss of friends, and adjustment problems.

How to Deal with it:

• Parents should make their teens feel better by complimenting the positive aspects in them.
• Teenagers should learn about having positive images.
• Counseling sessions can help teenagers to get an opportunity to talk.
• Parents should talk to their teens. They should make teenagers feel special.
• Help your teens to participate in worthwhile activities, such as volunteering.