Expert resources for parents and mentors to help raise young people’s self-esteem
The evidenced-based resources on this site have been specifically designed to encourage young people to develop and maintain a healthy body image during the transition to adulthood.
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In a world that constantly tells young people how they should look and has a narrow definition of “beautiful”, how can we help them value their unique beauty and stay true to themselves?
Working with experts from the fields of psychology, health, and media, the Dove Self-Esteem Project has developed a range of resources – including videos, activities, case studies, and professional advice – to help guide parents and teenagers.
As well as helping you understand how your child is feeling, our materials will help you counter the negative influence of the media and bullying on young people’s body image.
Research shows that spending just 30 minutes engaging with the resources on this site will empower you to boost the self-esteem and mood of the young person you love – and improve your own body image, too. So what are you waiting for?
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Family, Friends & Relationships
Articles and activities to help parents communicate with children & offer support with friendship problems, sibling relationships, and body image7 -
Respecting & Looking After Yourself
Articles, activities, and relationship advice for parents to help their teenage child overcome low self-esteem and build body confidence during the stages of puberty6 -
Dealing with bullying
No matter whether it’s bullying for physical appearance, or teasing about interests and hobbies – our resources will help you help a young person in your life cope with bullying.61 -
Talking About Appearance
Discover how appearance affects self-esteem, and help your teenager deal with the effects of social media, peer pressure, media ideals, fat talk, and more111
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family
talking topics
body image
body confidence
looks and appearance
body talk
self-esteem
parent
3 to 9 years
Body talk and positive body image for kidsWe’re talking body talk and how to build positive body image in kids – join us.If you’re wondering how to build self-esteem in children, find out more about body talk, being a role model and boosting confidence.
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social media safety
body image
mentor
youth leader
teacher
parent
8 to 16 years
Steven Universe: Social mediaEpisode 5 shows how body image and social media are connected. -
Are looks or personality more important? Pearl and Bismuth show us how important it is to place value on our personalities and skills rather than how we look.
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Find out how to boost self confidence in children with this episode of Steven Universe.
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![Dove Creating a positive social media feed]()
talking topics
role models
social media safety
self-esteem
parent
11 to 16 years
stereotypes
digital distortion
Creating a positive social media feedCurating a positive social media feed can boost young people’s self-esteem and body confidence. Discover our top tips here. -
![Dove #Sponsored]()
talking topics
role models
social media safety
parent
11 to 16 years
digital distortion
#Sponsored: navigating the world of social media influencersWith more young people turning to social media influencers for inspiration and advice, it’s so important to help them understand the difference between real life and adverts. -
![Dove Social media, filters and the ‘Selfie Talk’]()
talking topics
social media safety
self comparison
self-esteem
parent
11 to 16 years
digital distortion
Social media, filters and The Selfie TalkWith the rise of social media, filters and digital distortion there's never been a better time to have the Selfie Talk. -
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celebrity culture
media image
body image
mentor
youth leader
teacher
parent
8 to 16 years
Steven Universe: Media and celebritiesEpisode 3 talks about how media and celebrity culture can affect self-esteem.Is your children’s body image affected by media? The Dove Self-Esteem Project, Steven Universe and Cartoon Network have come together to help.
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![Dove Competing and comparing looks]()
body image
self comparison
self-esteem
mentor
youth leader
teacher
parent
8 to 16 years
Steven Universe: Competing and comparing looksEpisode 2 helps explain how not to compare yourself to others.What is body confidence? And how can you show kids how to develop a positive body image? Steven Universe is here to help.
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