Question

The primary cause of low self-esteem in adolescents is often:

• A. Lack of parental involvement
• B. Peer comparison and physical appearance
• C. Poor academic performance
• D. Early childhood trauma

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Peer comparison and physical appearance

• Adolescents are highly sensitive to their physical appearance and often compare themselves to their peers, which can lead to low self-esteem if they feel they do not measure up.