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Inferiority complexes: definition, causes and symptoms
An inferiority complex is accompanied by a tormenting self-image. Whoever can and does a lot does not necessarily have a great self-confidence. On the contrary: ambitious people often make particularly high demands on themselves. They feel it like a punishment if they do not fulfill their own expectations. This can lead to considerable achievements and successes. However, whoever applies completely wrong standards risks psychological and often also physical illnesses. Inferiority complexes are often established as early as childhood. Particularly at risk are people who have received little recognition and love from an early age. Negative experiences in formative years can lead to defeats being perceived much more than successes. Uncertainty and constant comparisons with other people solidify the feeling of being an incompetent outsider. Those affected form or overvalue personal weaknesses. Often there is a lack of social contacts . It can also lead to heavy dependence on others. Some feel temporarily superior to the environment and thus create a counterweight. Men are prone to aggression and women are more prone to depression. The risk of eating disorders, addictions and suicidal thoughts is increased.
Inferiority complexes: treatment
A psychological treatment reveals the causes of inferiority complexes . In a gradual process, thinking habits and behaviors are changed so that patients accept and respect each other appropriately.
Inferiority complexes: prevention and self-help
In order to prevent inferiority complexes, open discussions with a trusted person are helpful in realistically assessing oneself and one's own experiences. To protect children from developing inferiority complexes, one should take their feelings seriously and treat them with love. Also important: Children need confirmation if they have done well or achieved something. Of course it does not make sense to educate his children to arrogance and arrogance. It should be taught in any case, a healthy self-esteem.
