AP PSYCHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Healthy self-esteem supports psychological stability and positive social activity and is an essential element for a child’s psychological development.

Detailed explanation-2: -Babies develop a positive sense of self-esteem and self-confidence through the play and interactions they have with the adults in their lives. Their parents and loved ones reflect back to them messages like: You’re clever. You’re good at figuring things out. You’re loved.

Detailed explanation-3: -They feel good about themselves when they can use their new skills. Their self-esteem grows when parents pay attention, let a child try, give smiles, and show they’re proud. As kids grow, self-esteem can grow too. Any time kids try things, do things, and learn things can be a chance for self-esteem to grow.

Detailed explanation-4: -Self-esteem first begins to rise between ages 4 and 11, as children develop socially and cognitively and gain some sense of independence. Levels then seem to plateau-but not decline-as the teenage years begin from ages 11 to 15, the data show.