Describe How Parents and Peers Can Influence Self-Esteem in Children

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Essay

Describe how parents and peers can influence self-esteem in children and adolescents.

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Definitions:

Lateral Prefrontal Cortex

A region of the prefrontal cortex involved in high-level cognitive functions, including decision-making and working memory.

Hypothalamus

Small structure in the brain located below the thalamus and directly above the pituitary gland, responsible for motivational behavior such as sleep, hunger, thirst, and sex.

Hofstede's Dimensions

A framework for cross-cultural communication developed by Geert Hofstede, which identifies six dimensions of culture that affect people's work behaviors and attitudes.

Cultural Personality

The collective psychological traits, behaviors, and characteristics shared by members of a specific culture or society.