5.4 Self-Esteem, Guilt and Shame

Question 1

Define the term self-esteem

Answer 1

person’s level of regard for self

Question 2

Define guilt

Answer 2

Remorse for actions

Question 3

Define shame

Answer 3

Negative feeling about one personhood

Question 4

Define perfectionism

Answer 4

Predilection for Setting extremely high standards and becoming displeased with anything less

Question 5

List sources of guilt and shame

Answer 5

a. Parents/family-of-origin
b. Teachers/educators
c. Authority figures
d. Race/culture/ethnicity
e. Peers
f. Employers/supervisors
g. Religion
h. Victimization
i. Addictions/compulsions
j. Losses/failures
k. Self-talk
l. Perfectionism

Question 6

What are the elements of guilt and shame?

Answer 6

1. Physical manifestations
2. Psychological manifestations
3. Socialogical manifestations

Question 7

Describe guilt and shame reactions

Answer 7

1. Transfer strategies
2. Compensation strategies
3. Internal withdrawal
4. Humor
5. Behaving shamelessly
6. Addictive behavior
7. Development of healthy pride and self esteem

Question 8

What are the rules of self-esteem in counseling?

Answer 8

1. Patient perspective

2. Counselor perspective