• Self-esteem first begins to rise between ages 4 and 11, as children develop socially and cognitively and gain some sense of independence.
• There are many reasons that can cause low self-esteem in a child. These include feeling unsupported or criticised by people, especially their parents.
• If children don't feel loved and valued, they may start to doubt themselves, their abilities, and their self-worth. 

As kids grow, self-esteem can grow any time when children try things, do things, and learn things. This may happen when kids :

• Learn things at school and get good grades
• Make friends and get along
• Do favorite activities, like music, sports, art, cooking, drawing 
• Try hard at something and get praised
• Feel understood and accepted

How to increase child self esteem?

Simply praising your child can actually do more harm than good. Here's a comprehensive guide on how to build self confidence/self esteem in a child.

• Help your child learn to do things: teach them by showing and helping them first with their things, from dressing, brushing to their school work or while playing any difficult game.
• Praise efforts: Avoid praising only results or qualities. Instead, praise kids on effort, progress, and attitude. This will boost their confidence and they will try and succeed in a better way.
• Avoid being critical: avoid harsh words and negative actions towards them. This can hurt their self-esteem. Correct kids with patience. Focus on what you want them to do next time. 
• Be honest and make them feel comfortable with your actions and emotions rather than words. 
• Be a good role model: When you put effort into everyday tasks (like making a meal or washing the dishes), you set a good example.
• Focus on the strength of your child and also make them realise about it as they will focus more on negative aspects. Unless they balance it with the good, they'll just feel bad. When you hear your kids complain about themselves or their day, have them find something that went well instead.

By helping boost your child’s self-esteem, they’ll have the courage to try new things and make smart choices.When kids have self-esteem, they feel confident, capable, and accepted for who they are.

Dr.Yogita Pawar PT

Dr.Yogita is certified in Child & Adolescent Counselling & has Degree in Clinical Psychology She loves to give the best care and treatment for her patients, Dr.Yogita establishes a bond with patients, creates a homely environment and give the best in class treatment.

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