What do you know about the following… 1.Self Esteem 2.3 Areas of Health 3.Decision Making 4.Peer Pressure/Communication 5.Human Body Systems 6.Stress 7.Smoking/Tobacco 8.Alcohol 9.Other Drugs 10.HIV/AIDS

Characteristics of Health

Do Now The following data show the results of a survey asked to teens, “What would make you feel better about yourself?” They could choose more than one answer…

Do Now 49% say better grades 38% say losing weight 36% say bulking or toning up 30% say better relationship with parents 16% say fitting in with certain peers 15% say I like myself the way I am Do these results surprise you? Why or why not?

Self Esteem Your opinion of yourself How much you respect yourself and like yourself

Benefits of High Self Esteem Accepting yourself for who you are Realistic view of strengths and weaknesses Maintain a positive attitude Form close relationships Having high self esteem may lead to: – Eat well, exercise regularly, and avoid risky behaviors – Set goals – Ask for help – Bounce back quickly

Risks of Low Self Esteem Lack respect for themselves Judge themselves harshly Worry what others think of them Put on an act Insecure Fear of failure Having low self esteem may lead to: – Drug use, drop out of school, pregnant, eating disorders, violence, destructive behaviors

HOW SELF ESTEEM DEVELOPS

Childhood Young children need support and encouragement from all family members Succeeding at small, simple tasks helps to build self esteem Most children enter school with high self esteem However, it declines during elementary school – Compare themselves against other children – Negative feedback from teachers, parents, peers

Adolescence Normal for teens to be critical But some teens are overly self conscious Unattainable comparisons resulting in their self esteem suffering

Adulthood Generally rises Begin to accomplish goals and take control of their lives Can keep things in proper perspective In older adults (elderly), self esteem declines Health problems, limited roles in society