Self-Esteem Among Students Participating in School Sports Activities at the Middle School Level: A Field Study at Kouhil Lakhdar Middle School, Constantine
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Self-esteem is a multidimensional concept that exists to varying degrees among individuals. It is an important element within the broader concept of self and reflects the extent to which an individual feels valued and competent. When individuals have positive attitudes toward themselves, their self-esteem is high, whereas negative self-perceptions lead to low self-esteem. In other words, self-esteem is the overall evaluation of an individual's state as perceived by themselves.
The concept of "self-esteem" holds significant importance in the educational process, as fostering positive self-perceptions among students helps unlock their potential and readiness across various fields. Students achieve better educational and social success when they have a realistic self-concept, a sense of self-worth, and confidence in their abilities.
The middle school stage is a critical phase in education, representing early adolescence. It is characterized by physiological, physical, and mental changes that transition the child into the world of adults, from dependency to independence in all areas, and from primary to secondary and then university education. Among the means that help enhance self-esteem is "engaging in physical and sports activities within the school environment." Numerous studies have indicated that high self-esteem is associated with physical health and happiness in life.
This study aims to shed light on the self-esteem of students participating in school sports activities (both those who practice and those who do not practice school sports) at Kouhil Lakhdar Middle School in the state of Constantine.
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