self-esteem
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Much of the current research focuses on depression, while other important outcomes such as anxiety, stress, externalizing behaviors, self-esteem and aggression have received far less attention.
From Science Daily • Mar. 29, 2026
Jackson traveled the country preaching self-esteem and self-discipline.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 17, 2026
And many young people are being encouraged to look at childhood as a primary cause of their depression, anxiety and low self-esteem.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 11, 2026
Enslaved people engaged in simple contests — guessing games and strength challenges — as a way to boost their mood and self-esteem, and to bond with one another.
From Salon • Feb. 8, 2026
Now their only guide was an emaciated corpse lady with serious self-esteem issues.
From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan
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