The concept of self-esteem can seem abstract.  

And when it comes to improving your child’s self-esteem, it can be an uphill battle for parents.  

But host Dr. Andy Kahn has some practical strategies for boosting your child’s self-esteem that he’ll share on this episode of “Parenting Behavior.”

Related resources

• The importance of positive self-esteem for kids
• ADHD and self-esteem: What to say to your child
• Why kids say negative things about themselves

Timestamps

(00:47) What is self-esteem?

(02:15) Practical strategies

(07:37) Social media and self-esteem

(10:41) The importance of love and care

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A transcript for this episode is available on Understood.org.  

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