Self-Identity Issues and Eating Disorders
Based on the textbook readings and the article, "The Relationship Between Fatherly Affirmation and a Woman's Self-Esteem, Fear of Intimacy, Comfort with Womanhood and Comfort with Sexuality," and your own personal experience, answer the following questions:
What are the elements that you believe are most influential in the development of a healthy self-esteem in women?
Do you agree with the research on this subject?
What would you incorporate into your counseling to help a women improve her self-esteem?
Clinton, T. & Langberg, D. (2011). Quick-reference guide to counseling women. Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Books. ISBN: 9780801072345.
Kopala, M. & Keitel, M. (2017). Handbook of counseling women (2nd ed.). Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage Publications. ISBN: 9781483385310.