"reduced self-esteem" is a correct and usable phrase in written English.
You can use it when describing a person who has a lack of confidence in themselves or their abilities. For example: "His reduced self-esteem meant that he did not have the courage to pursue his dreams."
Those who were sexually distressed reported higher MDI scores which included negative thoughts about oneself, reduced self-esteem, problems with memory and concentration.
The resulting appearance may lead to anxiety, reduced self-esteem, and in extreme cases, depression or thoughts of suicide.
Higgins warns that aside from physical damage, dad bod can trigger reduced self-esteem, thus harming work, family and social activities.
Patients report concerns about nail appearance, embarrassment, reduced self-esteem, and social withdrawal.
'Basic CHWs' reported feeling hurt and overshadowed by 'iCCM CHWs' and reported reduced self-esteem and motivation.
Inappropriate diagnosis of HAND can have profound negative implications, leading to inappropriate medical intervention, reduced self-esteem, negative financial repercussions, reduced functional independence, and misdirection of future planning.
Derogatory portrayals can demoralize and reduce self-esteem.
Using a regression discontinuity design strategy, we find that attending an elite college substantially increases the mental stress and reduces self-esteem and confidence for the marginal students whose test score is just qualified for admission.
Stigma complicates recovery, thereby reducing self-esteem and access to social networks [ 2, 3].
The acceptance of such diagnostic labels can reduce self-esteem among patients.
It hampers an individual's confidence causing physical, social, and psychological sufferings and reduces self-esteem and emotional distress caused by perceived disfigurement [ 5, 6].
