The process of self-evaluation begins in early childhood and becomes paramount during adolescence. At the same time, he examines values and expectations in an effort to determine how he is to behave, and he establishes an independence from his family. In light of these changes, the adolescent searches for that personality factor which makes him unique. Parents, peers, and school are all powerful influences on the opinions adolescents have of themselves.
Peer groups provide the adolescent with a sense of belonging.
The goal of this unit is to raise self-esteem in students. It is divided into three sections. The first section includes an overview of the adolescent s search for identity and its relationship to self-esteem. The second section includes a discussion of selected readings with lesson plans and activities. The readings present relevant and contemporary situations adolescents can relate to.