Adolescence is a critical time to build a healthy self-esteem but many teenagers feel acute pressure about how they look and compare with others. The rise of the ‘selfie’ and social media, together with constant pressure from advertising, can prove devastating to how a young person sees themself. High levels of criticism and judgment of celebrities in the media also have an impact, with more than seven in 10 of those aged 11 to 21 saying pictures that "shame" celebrities make them anxious about the way they look. In this course you’ll learn about the emotional, evaluative and cognitive components of self-esteem and how it develops in children and adolescents. You’ll explore practical strategies and exercises that help young people learn to challenge the stereotypes and pressures around them, and simple yet effective ways to help them grow in self-confidence.