As a child,Jonah was awkward and did not have many friends.Consequently,he experienced low self-esteem.Now that he is older,he has developed many solid friendships and feels comfortable around and valued by others.As an adult,his self-esteem has improved dramatically.Which theory would predict this change in self-esteem?

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Sociometer theory proposes that self-esteem is a gauge of how much one is accepted and valued by others. Therefore, as Jonah developed solid friendships and felt more comfortable and valued by others, his self-esteem improved.

As a Child,Jonah Was Awkward and Did Not Have Many