Examining the Relationship between Existential Anxiety, Future Orientation, and Career Indecision among Young Adults

Authors

  • Lipika Talwar M.A. Clinical psychology student, Amity institute of psychology and allied sciences, Amity University Noida, Uttar pradesh, India
  • Dr. Tamanna Saxena Associate professor, Amity institute of psychology and allied sciences, Amity University Noida, Uttar pradesh, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.61113/ijiap.v4i4.1447

Keywords:

Existential anxiety, future orientation, career indecision

Abstract

Young adulthood is a crucial developmental period that is characterized by important career-related decisions, growing responsibilities, and identity exploration. While cognitive and informational frameworks have historically been used to analyze career indecision, fundamental emotional and existential issues that could affect this process have received less attention. The purpose of this study was to investigate the connection between young adults' existential angst, future orientation, and career indecision.

The research design used was quantitative correlational. Using convenience sampling, 215 young individuals between the ages of 18 and 29 who were enrolled in colleges and institutions made up the sample. To measure levels of existential dread, future orientation, and career decision-making challenges, standardized psychological tests were used. The data was analyzed using descriptive statistics and Pearson's correlation analysis.

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Published

30-04-2026

Issue

Vol. 4 No. 4 (2026): April

Section

Articles

How to Cite

Examining the Relationship between Existential Anxiety, Future Orientation, and Career Indecision among Young Adults. (2026). International Journal of Interdisciplinary Approaches in Psychology, 4(4), 891:906. https://doi.org/10.61113/ijiap.v4i4.1447

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