Self-Concept/Self-Esteem Development

Because the phrases, "has low self-esteem" or "has poor self-concept" are frequently used in describing patients, there is a need for a clearer understanding of the meaning of these terms. This article explores briefly some of the literature on self-concept/self-esteem development through adolescence. How deficits in self-esteem can be recognized and utilized in establishing treatment goals in occupational therapy is addressed.