Lower Levels Of Self-esteem Research Articles

Amalgamation of self-esteem, depression, anxiety and stress among prosthesis users

To find the levels of self-esteem, depression, anxiety and stress among prosthesis users. The cross-sectional study was conducted from June to November 2018 at Chal Foundation centres in Bagh and Swabi, Pakistan, and comprised prosthesis users of both genders aged 15-60 years. Rosenberg self-esteem scale and Depression anxiety and stress scale-21 were used to collect data which was analysed using SPSS 22. Of the 400 subjects, 315(78.8%) were males and 85(21.2%) were females. The overall mean age was 38.03±11.86 years. Low level of self-esteem was found in 350(87.5%), depression in 374(93.4%), anxiety in 388(96.9%) and stress in 338(84.4%). Females showed significant association with stress (p=0.009). The level of self-esteem was low among majority of the participants and psychological well-being was found to be poor.

Study to determine the relationship between parenting style and adolescent self-esteem

Parents are the basic sculptors of their child’s future. There are three basic types of parenting styles - Authoritarian, Authoritative and permissive, and each parenting style has different bearing on child’s nature and self-esteem. A high level of self-esteem comes handy when life goes badly so that one treats himself with tolerance and understanding at tough times of life. This study was conducted on the adolescents and their parents attending the adolescent health clinic in a tertiary medical care hospital for various problems . Adolescents were interviewed using the Rosenberg questionnaire and their parents were interviewed using the Parenting styles and dimensions questionnaire and demographic data were collected. All data were tabulated and statistically analysed to find significant associations. Among them, 44.4% had high self-esteem, 35.2% had moderate self-esteem levels and 20.4% had low self-esteem. Regarding the parenting styles, 73.2% parents followed Authoritative parenting style, 20% followed Authoritarian and 6.8% followed Permissive style of parenting. Among adolescents receiving Authoritative parenting, 56.28% had high self-esteem levels, 30.05% had moderate and 13.66% had low self-esteem. Authoritative parenting was more common in mothers with higher levels of education (p=0.014). The results revealed positive influence of Authoritative parenting on self-esteem level of adolescents and Authoritarian parenting was associated with lower levels of self-esteem. Formal education of the mother is not associated with choosing appropriate type of parenting.

Psychological Aspects of Students With Learning Disabilities in E-Environments: A Mini Review and Future Research Directions.

What are the main learning difficulties or advantages encountered by students with learning disabilities (LDs) within e-environments? As a result of the Covid-19 emergency, e-learning is being increasingly used to support students’ learning processes. A number of countries closed their schools altogether, so face-to-face lessons were and have been replaced by distance lessons. A search of current literature via Scopus, Eric and Google Scholar electronic databases was conducted according to Prisma Guidelines. Other sources of literature were also considered, starting from the references in the full text of the articles consulted. We used the following search keywords: “LDs” combined with the “AND/OR” Boolean operator and “e-learning platforms,” “well-being,” “psychological factors,” “emotional distress,” and “self-regulation.” One body of literature highlights the lack of inclusive accessibility standards and a lack of attention to specific tools for addressing LDs, which causes students to develop high levels of stress/anxiety and emotional distress, in addition to low levels of well-being, self-esteem and self-efficacy. Another area of literature looks at how students can develop high levels of self-regulation and emotional awareness, as well as high levels of inclusion. Results are discussed in terms of the promotion of e-learning that focuses on the psychological well-being of students and teachers use of technological tools.

#Couplegoals: Self-Esteem, Relationship Outcomes, and the Visibility of Romantic Relationships on Social Media

Social media plays an important role in the development and maintenance of modern relationships. Previous research has investigated why dyadic couples may choose to display their relationships online, and the individual and relational correlates of these visibility decisions. The current study (N = 669) is one of the first to examine specific outcomes of such visibility—in particular, how online relationship visibility influences self-esteem and relationship termination decision-making following a breach of trust. Although overall social media use was related to low levels of self-esteem, online relationship visibility was not, suggesting that seeking validation on social media is unrelated to relationship maintenance. Further, participant decisions regarding relationship termination were unaffected by reported levels of social media visibility, suggesting that members of a dyad will not stay in relationships to maintain a social media presence or avoid social consequences online. Finally, there was a negative correlation between social media use and relationship issue disclosure to family or friends; the more time individuals spent using social media, the less likely they were to confide in others about problems in their romantic relationship. The utility of online relationship visibility as a predictor of relationship outcomes is discussed, as well as potential antecedents of visibility decisions.

The Role of Alexithymia and Sexual Self-esteem in the Prediction of Marital Stress and Adjustment in Infertile Women

Objective: Considering the negative impact of infertility on the level of adjustment and stress in women, the present study aimed to examine the role of sexual self-esteem and alexithymia in predicting marital stress and adjustment of infertile women. Methods: This research was a cross-sectional study. The study population consisted of all infertile women in Shiraz City, Iran (N=70000). A total of 400 women were selected through a non-random and purposeful sampling method, but the final sample consisted of 380 subjects. The study tools were a short form of sexual self-esteem scale for women, Locke-Wallace marital adjustment questionnaire, Stockholm-Tehran marital stress scale, and Toronto alexithymia scale. The obtained data were analyzed by the Pearson correlation and multivariate regression in the SPSS V. 26. Results: The results showed a significant negative relationship between sexual self-esteem and marital stress as well as alexithymia and marital adjustment (P<0.01). Besides, the positive relationships between sexual self-esteem and marital adjustment and alexithymia and marital stress were significant (P<0.01). The results of multiple regression analysis demonstrated that alexithymia and sexual self-esteem could significantly predict marital stress and marital adjustment with the standard coefficient of 0.44 and 0.22, respectively. Conclusion: Alexithymia and sexual self-esteem play essential roles in predicting adjustment and stress levels of infertile women, respectively. Accordingly, difficulty in emotional awareness at first, and then the low level of self-esteem in sexual function can decrease adjustment and increase stress in marital relationships.

HEALTH OF THE ELDERLY PEOPLE AS THE BASIS FOR FORMATION OF MEDICAL AND SOCIAL NEEDS

The aim: The identification and determination of needs that the population of older age groups have in medical and social services on the basis of health data and the results of a survey. Material and methods: Because of bibliographic, epidemiological, medical-statistical, analytical methods the research has investigated the problems of healthy aging, tendencies in population health of the population of Ukraine of senior age groups during 2000-2017, features and tendencies of health of a sample contingent of urban population of elderly age according to appeals in health care facilities during 2009-2019. The use of the sociological method, the self-evaluation of elderly people of their own health, characteristics of lifestyle and medical activity are determined, the needs of older people in medical and social services were assessed. Results: Negative tendencies to increase during 2000-2017 the prevalence of pathology among the population older than working age by 22.8%, including blood diseases in 2 times, endocrine system - in 1.8 times, urogenital system - by 1.5 times, digestive organs - by 1.4 times, tumors and nervous system - by 1.3 times. Among the urban elderly population, the prevalence of sensory diseases, including ear and eye diseases, endocrine disorders, injuries and poisonings, has increased, and mental health indicators have deteriorated. The sociological survey found a low level of self-esteem (31.5±3.5 per 100 had health problems, 10.1±2.3 are significant). Self-medication was practiced by 76.4±3.2 per 100 respondents, 74.2±3.3 were not followed or they violated the doctor's recommendations. 56.2 ±3.7 per 100 respondents had physical examinations in the non-right time 29.7±3.4 had not it.There was a significant prevalence of risk factors, including hypodynamics (21.9±3.1 per 100), tobacco use (29.8±3.4), malnutrition (37.1±3.6), overweight (obesity) (32, 6±3.5), arterial hypertension (37.6±3.6), hypercholesterolemia (28.7±3.4), glucosemia 16.3±2.8). The research has discovered the needs of older people in health care and social services, inter alia in preventive counseling (65.2±3.6 per 100), the introduction of electronic technologies in health care (68.5±3.5), information educational services on health issues (67.4±3.5), provision of services in hospitals at home (66.3±3.5), in increasing the availability of rehabilitation (43.8±3.7), specialized counseling (34.3±3.6) and emergency medical care (16.2±2.8), improvement of socio-economic determinants (78.0±3.1), introduction of activities (48.3±3.7), joint training programs for older people (42.1±3.7), the development of certain skills, the use of technical means, assistive devices (67.4±3.5), the formation of a conducive to better health environment (58, 4±3.7). Conclusions: The low level of the elderly people's health, the tendency to increase the burden of disease, the prevalence of risk factors for disease and low medical activity lead tosignificant needs for medical and social services of preventive, treatment-diagnostic, rehabilitation, improving socio-economic determinants, measures to reduce social isolation.

An assessment of self-esteem effecting the empower status of farm women in Telangana state

Women play an important role in the development of a family or a society. Because of low self-esteem levels the women need to be trained through self-esteem interventions. There are many standardized and wide range of interventions focused to promote self-esteem among farm women. A study was made in Telangana state to assess the self-esteem of farm women. A sample of 120 farm women was selected from rural areas of Telangana by using purposive sampling method. The results of the study revealed that overall self-esteem was 59.00 per cent at low score, 30.00 per cent at average score and 11.00 per cent at high score. The women needed self-esteem intervention programmes to enhance their empower status.

Relationship between Self-Esteem and Aggressive behavior among Foster Care Children at Minia Governorate, Egypt

Background: Children who are deprived from parental care for any reason are eligible to enter the foster care. Foster care children are at increased risk for developing emotional and behavioral problems for a variety of reasons. This study aimed at assessing the relationship between self-esteem and aggressive behavior among foster care children at Minia governorate. Research Design: A descriptive correlational research design was utilized in this study. Study subjects: 51 foster care children in age group 6-12years.were included in the study. Tools; Aggressive behaviors scale and Hare Self-Esteem Scale were used. Results: Majority of participants were males. More than two thirds of the foster children (74.5%) had low level of self-esteem and foster boys had high mean scores of physical aggression than girls and there was a significant negative correlation between aggression and self-esteem (r = 0.33). Conclusion: there was a significant negative correlation between aggression and self-esteem. Recommendation: Frequent assessment of aggressive behavior and self-esteem among foster care children are needed.

Albinizmli Bireylerde Depresyon, Anksiyete Düzeyleri, Özsaygı ve Yaşam Kalitesi: Bir Olgu-Kontrol Çalışması

Albinizm bireylerde ruhsal zorluğa neden olabilen kalıtsal bir bozukluktur. Bu çalışmanın amacı albinizmli bireylerin yaşadığı psikiyatrik zorlanmayı araştırmak, albinizmin öz-saygı düzeyleri ve yaşam kalitesi üzerindeki etkisini belirlemektir. Çalışmaya 20 albinizmli birey, kontrol grubu olarak 20 vitiligolu birey ve 20 sağlıklı gönüllü dahil edildi. Katılımcılara Beck Depresyon Ölçeği (BDÖ), Beck Anksiyete Ölçeği (BAÖ), Coopersmith Özsaygı Envanteri (CÖE), Dünya Sağlık Örgütü Yaşam Kalitesi Ölçeği-Kısa Formu Türkçe Versiyonu (WHOQOL-BREF-TR) uygulandı. Albinizmli bireylerin BDÖ, BAÖ puanları sağlıklı kontrollere göre anlamlı derecede yüksekti. Fiziksel sağlık, psikolojik, sosyal ilişki alan puanları albinizmli bireylerde sağlıklı kontrollere göre anlamlı derecede düşüktü. Çevre alanı puanları hem vitiligolu bireylerden hem de sağlıklı kontrollerden daha düşüktü. Albinizm grubunda fiziksel sağlık, psikolojik, sosyal ilişki alan puanları BDÖ ile; fiziksel sağlık ve çevre alan puanları BAÖ ile negatif yönde anlamlı düzeyde ilişkiliydi. Albinizmli bireylerin CÖE puanları sağlıklı kontrollere göre anlamlı düzeyde düşüktü. Bulgularımıza göre, albinizmli bireylerde, yüksek depresyon ve anksiyete düzeyleri, öz saygıda ve yaşam kalitesinde azalma psikososyal zorlanmayı göstermektedir. Albinizmli bireylerin yaşadığı psikososyal zorlanmanın belirlenmesi, albinizmli bireylerin yaşadığı deneyimin daha iyi anlaşılmasına ve albinizmle ilgili toplumsal farkındalığa katkı sağlayacaktır.

“When I get older, I wanna be an entrepreneur”: the impact of disability and dyslexia on entrepreneurial self-efficacy perception

PurposeThis article contributes to the literature on entrepreneurship for people with disabilities through a better understanding of the impact of entrepreneurial self-efficacy perceptions on entrepreneurial intentions in populations with lower levels of self-esteem. It investigates the entrepreneurial intention and self-efficacy of a population of students suffering from dyslexia, which is a learning disability.Design/methodology/approachThe paper is based on the study of a data set of 796 male and female adolescents in the USA, aged 13–19 years, both with and without dyslexia. The sample is a convenient one. The whole sample replied to the questionnaire on their self-efficacy perception and their intention to create, one day, their own venture. They also self-declare their dyslexia. Regressions have been conducted to answer the research question.FindingsResults show that having dyslexia has a negative impact on entrepreneurial self-efficacy perceptions. They also reveal that self-efficacy perceptions mediate the relationship between dyslexia and entrepreneurial intentions and their three antecedents (social norms, control behavior and perceived ability).Research limitations/implicationsThe sample is composed of students from private schools and might socially be biased.Practical implicationsOur findings relaunch the debate on the necessity to develop education programs that consider the personal-level variables of students, specifically the development of entrepreneurial self-efficacy among adolescents with disabilitiesSocial implicationsSuch findings should help to better understand students who are suffering from dyslexia and help them find a place in society and economic life.Originality/valueThis is so far the first study that has been conducted on dyslexic adolescents.

Effects of cognitive cehavioral play therapy techniques on low self-esteem among students

This study aims to determined the effects of Cognitive Behavioral Play Therapy (CBPT) techniques on low self-esteem among UNIMAS Students. More specifically, this study identified the effects of Cognitive Behavioral Play Therapy (CBPT) techniques in experimental group at pretest and posttest on low self-esteem among UNIMAS students and to identified the effects of Cognitive Behavioral Play Therapy (CBPT) techniques in control group at pretest and posttest on low self-esteem among UNIMAS students. A case study design is distributed questionnaire called as Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale (RSES) and counselling sessions. Purposive sampling is used to get the most suitable respondents for this study. The findings of this study have revealed there were significant difference at pretest and posttest among respondents in experimental group and control group which were respondents in experimental group increased their level of self-esteem, while there were respondents decreased their level of self-esteem in control group. Counselling sessions utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Play Therapy (CBPT) techniques have increased the level of self-esteem among UNIMAS students in experimental group who attended the group counselling sessions because they have low level of self-esteem. All the dialogues that been stated by the client in the counselling sessions about their self-esteem can be related to respondents’ personality, cognitive, behavior, emotions and actions. The findings of this study have implications towards University students and counsellor. As for the university students, they gained insight, understanding and knowledge the importance of having good level of self-esteem. For the counsellor, counsellor being helpful, trusted and skillful which after utilized the CBPT techniques, they gained new skills and knowledge on that particular therapy.

Young Transgender Women Survivors of Intimate Partner Violence: A Latent Class Analysis of Protective Processes.

Research is critically needed to understand protective processes that may lessen the impact of intimate partner violence (IPV) on negative outcomes for transgender individuals. The current study utilized a latent class analysis to identify combinations of protective processes (i.e., collective self-esteem and social support) in relation to internalizing mental health symptoms among young transgender women (YTW) survivors of IPV. Data from Project LifeSkills (2012-2015), a multisite trial for HIV sexual risk reduction intervention, were used for the present study. A subsample of 78 YTW (ages 16 to 29) who were IPV survivors (i.e., indicated lifetime IPV) were included in the analyses. Participants completed measures of general social support, perceived social support from their mother and friends, and collective self-esteem, as well as mental health symptoms. Three latent classes emerged: 1) YTW who perceived high levels of social support and collective self-esteem (48%), 2) YTW who perceived low levels of collective self-esteem, but average to high levels of social support from mother and friends (23%), and 3) YTW who perceived low levels of collective self-esteem and low to average levels of social support from mother and friends (29%). YTW in the overall low class had significantly higher levels of depressive, anxiety, and somatization symptoms, compared to the other two classes. These findings highlight how low levels of social support and collective self-esteem can place YTW survivors of IPV at significant risk for experiencing negative internalizing mental health symptoms.

Social Functioning and Self-Esteem among Substance Abusers at Port-Said Psychiatric Health Hospital

Background: Substance abuse emerges as a significant social issue that negatively affects social functioning, disrupts social harmony. Individuals with low self-esteem have been determined to have a tendency to substance use to control their emotions, behavior and satisfy their need for self-esteem. Aim: To explore the relation between the levels of social functioning and self-esteem among substance abusers at Port-Said Psychiatric Health Hospital. Design: A descriptive correlation research design was utilized in this study. Subjects: were comprised of a sample of 133 substance abusers (males or females). Setting: substance abusers who attended the outpatient unit through the hotline for substance abuse at Port Said Psychiatric Health Hospital. Tools: Two tools were used to collect data in this study; which were Social Functioning Scale (SFS), and Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale (RSS), in addition to personal and clinical data structured sheet. Results: Three-quarters of the studied substance abusers had a low level of social functioning. About two-thirds of the studied substance abusers had a low level of self-esteem. Conclusion: A statistically significant positive correlation between overall social functioning and total self-esteem among the studied substance abusers. Recommendations: psychosocial intervention should be addressed to substance abusers to improve particular areas of social functioning, such as communication, interpersonal relationships, and employment. Moreover,

The Negative Consequences of Stuttering for Perceptions of Leadership Ability

Abstract. The purpose of the present study was to extend previous research concerning the negative perceptions of stuttering by considering the perceived leadership ability of targets who stuttered compared with targets who did not stutter. We were also interested in the possibility that negative perceptions of the targets (i.e., low levels of self-esteem, intelligence, dominance-based status motivation, and prestige-based status motivation) would mediate the association between stuttering and a lack of perceived leadership ability as well as the possibility that manipulating the ostensible self-esteem level of the target would further moderate these associations. The results for 838 Israeli community members revealed a negative association between stuttering and perceived leadership ability that was mediated by the perceived self-esteem level and dominance-based status motivation of the target. Further, the associations between stuttering and perceptions of leadership ability were moderated by the ostensible self-esteem level of the target. Discussion focuses on the implications of these results for understanding the negative halo that surrounds stuttering.

Predictive value of implicit and explicit self-esteem for the recurrence of depression and anxiety disorders: A 3-year follow-up study.

Anxiety and depressive disorders are characterized by high rates of recurrence, substantially contributing to the high burden associated with these disorders. It is therefore crucial to identify factors related to recurrence, as they may provide viable targets for preventative intervention. Previous studies have observed a link between low self-esteem and subsequent symptoms of depression and anxiety, and low levels of self-esteem in those recovered from a depression or an anxiety disorder. Research also suggests that it is crucial to differentiate more explicit self-esteem (ESE) from more implicit self-esteem (ISE). The current study is the first to test whether ISE and ESE predict recurrence of depression and recurrence of anxiety during a 3-year follow-up as determined with clinical interviews. The sample included those with a history of a depressive disorder (n = 559) and/or a history of an anxiety disorder (n = 458) who had been depression- and anxiety-free for at least six months at baseline. During the 3-year follow-up, 119 (21%) and 104 (23%) had a depression and anxiety recurrence, respectively. ISE predicted recurrence of both depression and anxiety, even when statistically controlling for residual symptoms and neuroticism at baseline. ESE also showed predictive value, although this was not over and above residual symptoms. Explorative analyses suggest that ESE and ISE improved little, or not at all, from currently having a depression or anxiety disorder to recovery. These results therefore suggest that ISE may be an important target for interventions to prevent the recurrence of both depression and anxiety disorders. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2020 APA, all rights reserved).

EFFECT OF POLY-CYSTIC OVARIAN SYNDROME ON SELF-ESTEEM AND BODYIMAGE AMONG ADOLESCENT GIRLS ATTENDING ADOLESCENT CLINIC IN A TERTIARY CARE CENTRE

Background: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) have serious health issues, affecting female health, causing body disfigurement, lowers self- esteem decreases the quality of life and, lifelong health consequences related to metabolic disorders. Objective: The objective of the study was to evaluate, 'the impact of various clinical features of PCOS namely obesity, hirsutism, acne, menstrual irregularities on psychological well-being in adolescent girls'. Material and methods: A cross-sectional study conducted in the adolescent clinic, BHU. Tools used for data collection were a self-structured questionnaire which includes socio-demographic status, menstrual history, and anthropometric assessment. Hirsutism was assessed by the Ferriman-Gallwey scoring system, acne by the Global acne grading system, self-esteem by Rosenberg self-esteem scale, and body image by Body Image Concern Inventory scale. Statistical analysis was done by SPSS version '22'. Results: Findings of multiple regression analysis suggests that adolescent girls with hirsutism experienced poorer self-esteem (β= -2.621, p=0.01) and greater body dissatisfaction (β= 0.258, p= 0.02) than adolescents girls without hirsutism. Furthermore, obese adolescents had a lower level of self-esteem (β= -0.056, p=0.01) and negative body image (β= 0.748, p=0.01) compared with non- obese PCOS adolescents. Adolescent girls with menstrual irregularities had higher body dissatisfaction (β=0.143, p=0.05) than patients with a regular cycle. Conclusion: PCOS in adolescents having obesity, menstrual irregularities, and features of hyper-androgenism have a profound effect on psychological well being. So, the recognition of the early signs of PCOS during adolescence and early treatment can improve the quality of life.

The Code of Honor as a Predictor of Anger and Aggression

ABSTRACT Anger and aggression are not only widespread but are integral in understanding crime and violence. This study examined the relationship between perceived threats to a set of cognitions labeled Code of Honor with anger and aggression. We hypothesized that self-esteem and self-acceptance would mediate the relationship between Code of Honor and anger, such that higher self-esteem and self-acceptance would lessen the effect between Code of Honor and anger. Results found a strong, significant relationship between the Code of Honor and anger. However, this relationship was partially mediated by levels of self-esteem, such that lower levels of self-esteem reduced the strength of the relationship between perceived threats to one’s Code of Honor and anger and aggression. These findings can help those designing and delivering treatment of anger and aggression to focus on the Code of Honor attitudes that are associated with anger so they can develop and use more effective treatments in the future, especially within justice-involved populations. Also, we can better understand the impact of Code of Honor on anger, aggression, and criminal behavior.

Exposure to tobacco imagery in popular films and the risk of ever smoking among children in southern India

BackgroundExposure to smoking in films is a recognised cause of smoking uptake among children. In India, in an attempt to protect children, films containing smoking are required to include tobacco...

Funkcje seksualne a samoocena u osób z depresją

Introduction: Human sexuality is an essential element of every individual’s life, and sexual health is one of human rights. Sexual disorders affect different population groups, but people with depression are particularly at risk, which is becoming an increasingly serious social and medical problem. Both the disease and associated side effects of pharmacological treatment can cause sexual problems and sexual dysfunctions can contribute to the development of depression. Self-esteem, which is understated in people with depression, contributes to the development and maintenance of sexual dysfunctions. Material and methods: There were 72 respondents included in the research. The research group consisted of 32 respondents with depressive episode, the control group comprised 40 without psychiatric disorders. Research questionnaires have been used: The Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI), International Index of Erectile Function (IIEF-5), polish version of the Mell-Krat Scale, the Questionnaire of Sexuality (KWS), The Questionnaire of Sexual Disorders (KZM), Beck Depression Inventory (BDI), polish version of the Adjective Check List (ACL), Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale (SES). Results and conclusion: The results showed a significantly lower level of self-esteem in people diagnosed with depressive episode and inferior sexual functioning, significantly in terms of sexual satisfaction. The relationship between the level of self-esteem and sexual satisfaction was demonstrated.

Self-esteem in individuals at ultra-high risk for psychosis: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Low self-esteem (LSE) has been reported among individuals with psychosis and is hypothesized to act as a risk and maintenance factor for the disorder. However, the extent to which LSE also characterizes individuals deemed at ultra-high risk (UHR) for psychosis (who present features consistent with the prodromal phase of illness), has yet to be quantified using meta-analysis. This is important given that LSE is a potentially modifiable target for early intervention services aiming to reduce the risk of psychosis transition in this population. We searched Medline, Embase, PsycINFO and Web of Science Core Collection for studies examining self-esteem in UHR and healthy individuals. Random-effects models were used to examine group differences in self-esteem (Hedges'g) with exploratory meta-regression analyses employed to investigate the effect of study characteristics (mean age of UHR group, the proportion of male participants in the UHR group and study quality) on standardized mean differences. Six studies were eligible for inclusion. Significant differences in self-esteem were observed, with individuals at UHR showing reduced self-esteem relative to healthy controls (g= -1.33 [-1.73 to -0.94] P< .001).However, there was evidence of substantial heterogeneity (I2 = 75%). Exploratory meta-regression analyses indicated a significant effect of the mean age of the UHR group on effect sizes (B= -0.26, P= .02). UHR youth present with lower levels of self-esteem than healthy individuals, a difference that appears to be more pronounced with advancing age. We discuss clinical implications and provide recommendations for future studies.