Other critics of the policy contend that, for some students, sports represent the biggest opportunity to gain self-esteem.
Rita Jendrzejewski, a creative arts therapist who worked with Ms. Parker, said art therapy can help people communicate, deal with problems and gain self-esteem and mastery over their circumstances.
The latest in the seemingly endless line of sports movies in which a bunch of misfits (LA gang-bangers in prison) are whipped into shape by a shouty coach (The Rock), and gain self-esteem on the pitch.
"I decided to write a play that would explore the idea of an out gay boxer as a means of looking at my own feelings of inadequacy as a kid and encourage young gays to gain self-esteem".
"Secret Society," which opens today in New York, is the latest in an apparently endless series of British comedies in which an unlikely competitive activity becomes a way for hard-pressed ordinary folk to overcome adversity, gain self-esteem and find a moment of modest glory.
I could help people gain self-esteem, confidence and, when done properly, truly change their lives for the better.
Read as a memoir, the book is a poignant account of Graham's long quest to overcome sexism, learn the newspaper business and gain self-esteem.
The organization helps its young beneficiaries gain self-esteem and leadership skills through art classes and soccer lessons and also runs an innovative trafficking prevention program that teaches adolescent girls how to safely use the Internet, email and social media.
He summoned Henson, a veteran actress who had delivered impressive performances in several films including "Baby Boy" and "Hustle & Flow" to audition for the role of Ms. Blu Rain, an alternative school social worker who helps Precious to gain self-esteem and believe in herself.
