Which of the following is the best description of the typical pattern of change in self-esteem from childhood through late adolescence?
A) Low in childhood, slight increase in early adolescence, large increases in middle and late adolescence
B) High in childhood, decline in early adolescence, increase throughout adolescence
C) Moderate in childhood, increase in early adolescence, sharp increase throughout the remainder of adolescence
D) High in childhood, decline in early adolescence, further declines throughout the remainder of adolescence

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Self-esteem typically starts high in childhood, declines during early adolescence due to the various physical, emotional, and social changes occurring during this period, and then increases throughout adolescence as individuals adjust and develop a stronger sense of identity.

Which of the Following Is the Best Description of the Typical