Which of the Following Statements Is True of Self-Esteem

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of self-esteem?

• A) High self-esteem is a characteristic of individuals who are depressed or suicidal.
• B) Individuals who feel close to their parents tend to have low self-esteem and self-reliance.
• C) Self-esteem tends to decline after middle childhood and improves after the age of 12 or 13.
• D) Individuals in the stage of identity diffusion are likely to have high self-esteem and self-acceptance.

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Definitions:

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Japanese/American Business Meeting

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