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Self-Compassion, Self-Esteem, and Body Image
Do they predict adolescent reckless behavior? An analysis of the literature
ISBN/EAN: 9783844399660
Umbreit-Nr.: 1171602
Sprache:
Englisch
Umfang: 68 S.
Format in cm: 0.5 x 22 x 15
Einband:
kartoniertes Buch
Erschienen am 19.05.2011
Auflage: 1/2011
- Zusatztext
- Adolescent reckless behavior is a major concern for society because it leads to the three most common causes of mortality for this age group. Body image and self-esteem have been proposed as constructs that have an effect on adolescents' participation in reckless behavior. Self-esteem, however, has been garnering criticism in recent years for promoting narcissism and downward social comparison with others. Self-compassion is an alternative to self- esteem that focuses on accepting oneself and having feelings of common humanity. This report examines the literature to build a foundation for studies that would measure reckless behavior in adolescents, and look at the effects of self-compassion, self- esteem, and body image.
- Autorenportrait
- Christen received her B.A. from The University of Texas in 2005, and her M.A. in Educational Psychology in 2009. Christen currently works as an intern at Primary Children's Hospital and will graduate with a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology in 2012. Her research interests include neuropsychology, psychological trauma, and self-compassion.