RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN ACHIEVEMENT ANXIETY AND CAREER DECISION-MAKING SELF-EFFICACY AMONG YOUTH

Abstract

The study aims to examine the correlation between achievement anxiety and career self- efficacy among young individuals. In the current study, a sample of 100 people belonging to the age group of 15-24 were selected around Noida and Delhi. Results indicate a significant negative correlation between achievement anxiety and career decision-making self-efficacy, supporting the hypothesis The hypothesis suggests an inverse correlation, positing that higher levels of achievement anxiety correspond to lower levels of career decision-making self-efficacy. Data was collected from a sample of youth participants, and Pearson's correlation coefficient was employed to analyze the relationship between the variables. The finding underscores the importance of considering both achievement anxiety and career decision-making self-efficacy in the career development process of youth. While statistically significant, the moderate strength of the correlation suggests the influence of additional factors on career decision-making self-efficacy. Potential explanations for the negative correlation include the perception of career decision-making as overwhelming for individuals experiencing high achievement anxiety and societal pressures regarding academic and career success. The study aligns with existing literature emphasizing the detrimental effects of low self-efficacy on career decision-making.