Which of the following statements regarding sex differences in self-perceptions is true?
A) Early adolescent girls' self-esteem is higher than that of same-age boys.
B) Early adolescent girls have lower self-consciousness than same-age boys.
C) Early adolescent boys have a shakier self-image than same-age girls.
D) Early adolescent girls are more likely to say negative things about themselves than same-aged boys.

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Research indicates that early adolescent girls are more likely to have lower self-esteem and are more self-critical, leading them to say more negative things about themselves compared to boys of the same age. This is often attributed to societal pressures and gender norms that affect girls differently than boys.

Which of the Following Statements Regarding Sex Differences in Self-Perceptions