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The Journal of Early Adolescence, Vol. 23, No. 4, 405-434 (2003)
DOI: 10.1177/0272431603258346

Effective Strategies for Esteem-Enhancement:

What do Young Adolescents have to Say?

David L. DuBois

University of Illinois at Chicago, dldubois{at}uic.edu

Erika M. Lockerd

University of Missouri-Columbia

Kelle Reach

University of Missouri-Columbia

Gilbert R. Parra

University of Missouri-Columbia

Focus groups were conducted with young adolescents (N = 61) to obtain a consumer perspective on esteem-enhancement strategies for their age group. Overall, the input obtained supports a comprehensive, psychosocial/developmental approach. To address the views and preferences expressed by young adolescents, program content should (a) provide esteem-enhancing experiences in multiple domains of early adolescent development, (b) reduce reliance on "unhealthy" sources of self-esteem, and (c) be sensitive to diversity in participant backgrounds (e.g., race/ethnicity and socioeconomic status). Program designs should (a) be inclusive (i.e., include all youth) and involve multiple important persons in young adolescents'lives; (b) emphasize an experiential, individualized approach; (c) allow for participation over extended periods of time; and (d) incorporate strong linkages to the surrounding community. Based on current findings and related research, the need for esteem-enhancement strategies that are environmentally oriented and integrated within broader youth development initiatives is emphasized.

Key Words: self-esteem • focus groups • intervention • prevention • early adolescence


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