Build Me Up Buttercup:Self Esteem As It Relates to Abuse
PreventionSara Willis & Jessica Naslund & Self Advocate
ObjectivesKnowledge: Understand the concept of self
esteemAttitudes/values: Appreciate how people,
events and circumstances influence self esteem
Skills: Explore our own self worth
Vulnerable PopulationsStatistics of Abuse by Population
ElderlyChildrenSubstance abuseMental illnessDevelopmental/intellectual disabilities
Other Factors That Put People At Risk
Needs support with personal careHas a physical disabilityFamily History of AbuseLimited privacyLack of EducationLittle or no support systemFew opportunities to engage in healthy relationshipsFamily crisisFinancial Problems
Safe Circle CoalitionApril 2010
Identify and recommend best practices in the areas of healthy relationships and sexuality as well as to raise awareness in the St. Louis region about prevention, identification, and response to abuses or exploitation.
Dave Hingsburger’sRing of Safety
What Is A Healthy Self Concept?Self-esteem may be described as a
person’s view of their worth and may be influenced by:PerformanceAbilitiesAppearanceThe judgment of significant others
What Gives Us Self Esteem?
How Do You Rate?Self Esteem Factors
Access to Infor-mation
Healthy Rela-tionships
Recreation ChoicesSelf Advocacy Have GoalsAchieve Goals Gets Privacy
What Takes Self Esteem Away?
High Self Esteem=More Healthy Relationships
Able to better advocate for yourselfWhen you feel better about yourself, you
communicate betterYou have to love yourself first before others
can love youConfident people attract other confident
peopleAllow only positive people in your lifeThe people in your life value youYou share in decision making
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