The findings highlight the importance of cultivating self-esteem and openness during a critical period of development.

For teens entering high school—an anxious time for many—inclusive environments benefit not only those identifying as LGBTQ ...

Confidence is "one of the strongest predictors" of success and happiness, says mental performance coach Cindra Kamphoff.

About two years ago, I started experiencing constant vertigo. I was plagued by an internal sense of rocking and swaying, trouble sitting or standing with my eyes closed, and a fear of walking. Several ...

Image credit: solarseven via Shutterstock.com. Shadow work is the process of understanding our whole selves, warts and all. It was popularized by famed psychologist Carl Jung, who characterized the ...

Sleeping naked may improve sleep quality and support vaginal health and male fertility by encouraging core body temperature regulation. It can also increase feelings of self-esteem and intimacy. To ...

Small commitments to yourself may feel trivial — but psychologists say they may form the foundation of genuine self-respect, resilience and long-term well-being. Self-respect is often described as a ...

Young boys increasingly report seeing content online that promotes a particular view of masculinity and gender roles—like that boys must build muscle and have lots of money to impress girls, or that ...

New research from the University of Liverpool suggests that the way young people spend their free time may play a crucial role in supporting their well-being and social development. Adolescence is ...

Scientists have a problem studying self-love. Research abounds on self-compassion, self-esteem, self-care, and even unconditional positive self-regard. Scholars have published definitions of these ...

Self-esteem scores jumped a remarkable 131% within just one year of bariatric surgery, according to a large study presented at ASMBS 2025. Tracking nearly 5,800 patients, researchers found a direct ...