What factors do you think influence self-esteem the most for incarcerated individuals?

What will be an ideal response?


Ans: Individuals who have a high degree of control over their lives tend to be higher on self esteem. Factors like personal growth, autonomy, positive relationships and environmental mastery enhance self esteem. Since incarcerated individuals are deprived of these factors, they generally tend to have lower self esteem. Not being able to have a sense of control over their environment and not being able to work towards achieving one's goals deteriorate their self esteem.

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a. too much parental praise. c. a lack of punishment for misbehavior. b. overly permissive parents. d. wishful thinking.

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a) safety. b) self-esteem. c) belongingness. d) self-actualization.

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a. Who are opposites b. With whom we come in contact c. Who are like us d. With whom we share ideas

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