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Low self-esteem
What is low self-esteem?
Self-esteem refers to the overall evaluation we make of ourselves. When this evaluation is consistently negative, we speak of low self-esteem: a persistent feeling of inadequacy, harsh self-criticism, and a tendency to minimize successes.
Research shows that low levels of self-esteem increase the risk of depression, social anxiety, eating disorders, and academic or professional performance below potential.
Why does low self-esteem occur?
Family modeling and early experiences – constant criticism, comparisons between siblings, lack of positive reinforcement.
Experiences of humiliation or bullying – derogatory comments about appearance, performance, or social status.
Cultural and social expectations – unattainable standards of success, beauty, or productivity.
Personality traits Perfectionism, heightened sensitivity to rejection.
Traumatic events – public failures, losses, romantic rejection, unexpected dismissal.
Online social comparison Constant exposure to idealized profiles intensifies the perception of inadequacy.
Most Common Symptoms of Low Self-Esteem
- Cognitive: Deprecating internal dialogue (“nothing I do is ever enough”), pessimistic interpretation of feedback (“they praised me out of pity”), generalization of failures (“I failed today, I’m a failure”).
- Emotional: Shame, excessive guilt, anticipatory anxiety about the judgment of others.
- Behavioral: Avoidance of challenges, dependence on external approval, rigid perfectionism, self-sabotage in relationships and opportunities.
- Physicists: Chronic muscle tension, stress-related fatigue, sleep disturbances linked to rumination.
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- Career: Avoidance of promotions, fear of public speaking, underperformance in interviews.
- Relations: Excessive dependence on validation, fear of abandonment, jealousy, extremely compliant behaviors.
- Mental well-being: Greater vulnerability to depression, generalized anxiety, and social phobia.
- Quality of life: Inability to enjoy achievements, chronic procrastination, difficulty in setting boundaries.
Intervene early with online psychologists Specialists prevent these patterns from becoming chronic.
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Therapies with proven effectiveness
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focused on self-esteem (CBT-SE)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focused on self-esteem (CBT-SE) works by identifying negative automatic thoughts and cognitive distortions, such as catastrophizing or devaluing positive aspects. Studies indicate significant improvements in self-acceptance and a reduction in depressive symptoms after 8 to 12 sessions.
Compassion-Centered Therapy (CFT)
It develops a system of affiliation, reduces self-criticism and shame, and trains a compassionate inner voice. Meta-analyses reveal moderate to significant effects in increasing self-esteem and decreasing anxiety.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
It increases psychological flexibility, encouraging action guided by personal values, even in the presence of self-deprecating thoughts.
Frequently Asked Questions
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No. Shyness is a temperamental trait; low self-esteem involves a negative self-evaluation and can exist without shyness, or vice versa.
Focused protocols vary between 8 and 16 sessions. Profound changes in self-concept can continue to solidify over months with practice.
The therapist creates an environment of acceptance. Online therapy allows for the beginning of sharing within a familiar context, which reduces awkwardness.
Self-help books can be helpful, but guided intervention speeds up the process and ensures techniques tailored to your specific situation.
The psychologist will listen to your story, understand your goals, and explain how the treatment will proceed. This is a time to build trust and define the therapeutic plan.
Bibliographic References
- Rosenberg M. Society and the adolescent self-image. Princeton: Princeton University Press; 1965.
- Fennell MJV. Low self-esteem: A cognitive perspective. Behav Res Ther. 1997;35(1):1-26.
- Kolubinski DC, Berlin GS, Hannon J. Cognitive behavioral therapy for self-esteem: A systematic review. Clin Psychol Rev 2022;92:102112.
- McEvoy PM, Saulsman LM. Low Self-Esteem Workbook. Oxford: Oxford University Press; 2020.
- Gilbert P. The Compassionate Mind. London: Constable; 2009.
- Kirby JN, Tellegen CL, Steindl SR. A meta-analysis of compassion-based interventions: Current state of knowledge and future directions. Clin Psychol Rev 2017;49:1-27.
- Masuda A, Price M, Latzman RD. Implementing acceptance and commitment therapy to increase self-esteem among college students: A randomized controlled trial. J Context Behav Sci 2023;29:42-52.
- Johnson SM, Greenberg LS. Emotion-focused therapy: A clinical synthesis. Focus. 2017;15(3):230-243.
- Valk SL, Bernhardt BC, Trautwein FM, et al. Structural plasticity of the social brain: Differential changes after socio-affective and cognitive mental training. Sci Adv. 2017;3(10):e1700489.
- Orth U, Robins RW. Understanding the link between low self-esteem and depression. Curr Dir Psychol Sci. 2013;22(6):455-460.
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