The Importance of Self-Esteem to Children and Young People Separated from Their Families

Abstract

Low self-esteem is frequently referred to in studies of children in care, abused children, abusing parents and adult survivors of child sexual abuse. John Roberts considers some methods and techniques for working with young people to improve their feelings of self-worth.

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