Low Self-Esteem

We treat low self-esteem and related problems using the latest evidence-based techniques. This page provides general information about this issue.

Low esteem is holding negative beliefs and opinions towards yourself. This problem shows itself in different ways. People may have low confidence in their opinions, have a poor sense of self-worth, think they are unworthy of love and affection, experience negative thoughts, and experience poor mental health.

If you're struggling with low self-esteem, you're not alone. Many people feel insecure and down on themselves at times. But if your self-esteem is low most of the time, it can start to affect your life in a negative way. Low self-esteem can make you withdraw from social situations, make you more likely to give up when you face challenges, and cause you to feel unhappy with yourself.

Low self-esteem has been the subject of psychological research for many years and there is a great deal of evidence to suggest that it can have a negative impact on our lives. Low self-esteem can lead to a range of problems, including depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and substance abuse. It can also make it difficult to form and maintain healthy relationships.

There is a great deal of evidence to suggest that low self-esteem is a major risk factor for mental health problems. Low self-esteem can also make it more difficult to cope with stress, and it has been linked to poorer physical health.

There are a number of ways to overcome low self-esteem. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is an effective treatment for low self-esteem, and it can help to change the negative thoughts and beliefs that contribute to it.

As a concept, low self-esteem is not without some issues and limitations. Read more about this in our other article on low self-esteem.