Which statement made by an adolescent patient represents an indirect expression of low self-esteem?
a. "It seems as if I have been a loser almost since the day I was born.".
b. "Drinking beer almost always helps me to forget about my problems.".
c. "I don't have many friends, and I tend to stay away from the ones I do have.".
d. "If I had only gotten that job, then I could certainly experience happiness in life.".
D
Expressions of low self-esteem can be direct or indirect. The statement regarding a job is an indirect statement that is categorized as illusions and unrealistic goals for an adolescent. Other indirect expressions are exaggerated sense of self, boredom, and polarizing view of life. The statements in the other options represent direct expressions of low self-esteem, including self-criticism, physical manifestations, and disturbed relationships.
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