Citation explanation

Explanation:

·        If we cite someone else’s words or ideas embedded in our paper, we must write the year of publication between brackets.

·        If the citation is not embedded in our paper and it is just one sentence, we must write it between inverted commas and then the author and year of publication between brackets.

·        If the citation is not embedded in our paper and it is longer than one sentence, we must write it as a single paragraph, with its font size smaller and wider margins.

·        If we do not know the year of publication, we must write between brackets the access date.

We wrote: In accordance with Kendra Cherry (check references), a Psychology Expert(citation needed), a modified perception of body image might lead to problems of low self- esteem.

The term self-esteem is used to describe a person's overall sense of self-worth or personal value. Self-esteem can involve a variety of beliefs about the self, such as the appraisal of one's own appearance, beliefs, emotions, and behaviours.

We should have written: In accordance with Kendra Cherry, a Psychology Expert, (28-6-15), a modified perception of body image might lead to problems of low self- esteem.

The term self-esteem is used to describe a person's overall sense of self-worth or personal value. Self-esteem can involve a variety of beliefs about the self, such as the appraisal of one's own appearance, beliefs, emotions, and behaviours.