Low self-esteem is a big issue for young people in this day and age. They are stereotyped by the older generation and government, who control important decisions about their lives, such as what support they get and what benefits they are entitled to.
Young people are expected to do a lot by their teachers, parents and other adults they may be involved with, but many have had to overcome challenging times and may not have got over them. Many have tried using drugs and alcohol to get them over these times, which isn’t good for their emotional state and sometimes leads to depression. Their friends can have a negative influence on their self-esteem too.
As a young person, you look at the media a lot. You start to compare yourself in a way to celebrities and people in magazines. That can be an issue, especially if you’re not very well off with money and not able to get the image you are looking for. It doesn’t help young people to be that conscious of themselves. That is one of the main things that can bring on low self-esteem.
Young people expect a lot of material things. But it can be difficult if they have not yet reached the understanding that you have to work hard to get these things. Unfortunately, that is not what the media is showing them. The media can make it look quite easy. But everyone should know that’s not the case.
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