The impact of resilience on self-esteem and impostors syndrome among young adults

Abstract

This study explores the impact of resilience on self-esteem and impostor syndrome among young adults. The aim is to understand the relationship between resilience, self-esteem, and impostor syndrome. A sample of 101 college students from India participated in the study. Standardized tools including the Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale (CD-RISC), Rosenberg’s Self-Esteem Scale, and the Impostor Syndrome Questionnaire were administered. Using Pearson Correlation, the findings revealed a significant negative correlation between resilience and impostor syndrome, indicating that individuals with higher resilience tend to report lower levels of impostor feelings. Additionally, a positive correlation was found between resilience and self-esteem, suggesting that greater resilience is associated with higher self-esteem. Lastly, a significant negative correlation was observed between impostor syndrome and self-esteem. These findings highlight the crucial role of resilience in promoting psychological well-being and reducing self-doubt among young adults.