Author: Rita Gurung
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The Silent Battles of Adolescence: Reflection on Shame, Curiosity, and Culture
Social Comparison Theory fits here perfectly, as psychologist Leon Festinger proposed, that people judge themselves against others, especially with peers. For my client, comparing his habits to his brother’s warnings deepened his shame and without guidance, that shame festered. Adolescents constantly evaluate themselves based on how they look, act, and fit in. When topics like…