What Is a Self Loather?

Self-hatred is personal self-loathing or hatred of oneself, or low self-esteem which may lead to self-harm.

What does self-loathing mean?

: loathing of oneself : self-hatred acting out of fear and self-loathing … the idea that the self-absorption and egotism of the narcissist are a pose to mask their opposite: a deep well of self-loathing and low self-esteem.—

What is self-hatred a symptom of?

Self-hatred is also a symptom of many personality disorders, including borderline personality disorder, as well as mood disorders like depression. It can also be linked to guilt for someone's own actions that they view as wrongful, e.g., survivor guilt.