1. SELF-ESTEEM Definition = HOW YOU FEEL ABOUT YOURSELF –One of the most important factors in your emotional health.

2. Characteristics of High vs. Low Self-Esteem High Self-Esteem –Healthy Behaviors –Kind –Optimistic –Outgoing –Involved Low Self-Esteem –Unhealthy Behaviors –Mean –Pessimistic –Shy –Isolated

3. Teens with Low Self-Esteem are More Likely to: Engage in violent behavior Commit Crimes Acts of Prejudice Sexually Active Earlier Pregnancy / STD’s Drop Out of School Depression / Suicide Substance Abuse Issues Eating Disorders

4. SKILLS TO IMPROVE SELF-ESTEEM Get Involved… Volunteer… Supportive Friends… Family Ties… Community Connections… Stay In School… Take Care of Your Body… Have FUN!

5. “ME” Collage Images, Words, Colors, that represent YOU!