Which is the typical developmental path for self-esteem?

A) A decline in early childhood followed by an increase through adulthood
B) A decline in middle childhood until age 12 or 13 followed by an increase in adolescence
C) A steady increase in self-esteem from early childhood through adulthood
D) Low in early childhood, high in middle childhood, low in adolescence

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Final Answer : B, Explanation :  Self-esteem typically declines in middle childhood, reaching a low point around age 12 or 13, and then increases during adolescence. This pattern reflects the cognitive and social challenges faced during these developmental periods, including increased self-awareness and comparison with peers.

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