why would a persons self-esteem affect his or her health?

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anonymous · Answer

if you think about it this question is quite simple low self-esteem your more likely to have a bad lifestyle such as un-healthy diet or laziness. A person with a more high self-esteem is more likely to have a healthier lifestyle ex. healthy eating, positive outlook on life, happy. 

Theres a whole lot more you can add on but I'll leave that up to you

anonymous · Answer

Yes, mental thoughts and feelings affect your body's hormones and health.

dean.shyy · Answer

It affects the mental state, which then would affect the body system. This would affect the health of the person who has self-esteem issues.