Career Anxiety Research Articles

Structural Relationship Between Self-leadership, Positive Psychological Capital, and Career Anxiety Among College Students Majoring in Taekwondo

Structural Relationship Between Self-leadership, Positive Psychological Capital, and Career Anxiety Among College Students Majoring in Taekwondo

Personality, Parents, & Planning: Predicting Career Attitudinal Outcomes in Undergraduate Students

Personality, parental career-related behaviors, and career construction-based interventions have been shown to impact career adaptability. This study examined the influence of these factors on career concern, an understudied but important dimension of career adaptability, and career anxiety. Data from 297 students enrolled in introductory psychology courses were assessed using hierarchical regression analyses to explore the effects of personality factors (i.e., conscientiousness and neuroticism), parental career-related behaviors (i.e., support, interference, and non-engagement), and participation in a brief planning intervention on career concern and career anxiety. This study further explored the relationship between these career attitudinal outcomes and life satisfaction. Results indicated a significant role of personality factors and specific parental career-related behaviors in career concern and career anxiety. Career concern and conscientiousness also played significant predictive roles in life satisfaction. Our findings contribute to the career development literature and provide insights for both academics and career professionals.

Explore, Plan, Succeed!: A Career Development Study

This experiment aligns with the career construction theory, which emphasizes the importance of adaptability in navigating career transitions (Savickas, 2005). Data from 297 students enrolled in introductory psychology courses at Carleton University were assessed using hierarchical regression analyses to explore the effects of demographics (i.e., job number, job status, GPA, year of study), parental career-related behaviors (i.e., support, interference, and non-engagement) and participation in a brief planning intervention on career curiosity, career adaptability, career anxiety, and decision-making self-efficacy. This study further explored the relationship between these career attitudinal outcomes. Results indicated a significant role of specific parental career-related behaviors in developing confidence in decision-making. The development of career adaptability resources also explained variance in students' career decision-making self-efficacy and career anxiety. Our findings contribute to the career development literature and provide insights for academics and career professionals.

The Effectiveness of Psychological Well-Being Psychoeducation on Career Anxiety in Vocational High School Students Based on Gender

This study aims to prove the effectiveness of psychological well-being psychoeducation on career anxiety in vocational school students based on gender. This study is experimental research with one group pretest-posttest design. The results of the Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test analysis obtained a Z value = 2,646 (p < 0,05). This shows that psychological well-being psychoeducation is effective in reducing career anxiety in vocational school students. The results of the Mann-Whitney Test analysis at the pretest obtained a Z value = 0,182 (p > 0,05). While at the posttest obtained a Z value = 0,109 (p > 0,05). This means that there is no difference in the level of career anxiety between male and female students

Cultivating Academic Innovation Talents in Universities: The Impact of “Up-Or-Out” Employment System

The “up-or-out” system is an employment model widely practiced in universities. It involves the establishment of postdoctoral or full-time research positions, regular evaluations of non-permanent faculty, and the selection of outstanding innovative talents. Originating from the innovative practices of the American university tenure system, this model provides incentives for scientific spirit and academic innovation, complementing the tenure track. However, this system presents challenges in practice, such as survival pressure for new teachers, career anxiety, re-employment difficulties, and impacts on the long-term development of innovation capabilities. Solutions lie in innovating the evaluation models, emphasizing humanistic care, and fully respecting teachers’ rights. The system should serve as a means to enhance academic competitiveness rather than undermine the dignity of educators. Only in this way can the “up-or-out” system truly play a positive role in promoting academic progress and innovation.

Effects of Career Development Education on Students’ Future Career Anxiety and Career Adaptability

Effects of Career Development Education on Students’ Future Career Anxiety and Career Adaptability

The Relationship Between Positive Psychological Capital, Career Decision Self-Efficacy, and Career Anxiety Among Taekwondo Majors

The Relationship Between Positive Psychological Capital, Career Decision Self-Efficacy, and Career Anxiety Among Taekwondo Majors

COVID-19’s Psychological Threats and Future Career Anxiety among University Students

The COVID-19 pandemic brought different intolerable and uncomfortable situations that ruined the students' academic performance, career opportunities, and social lives through depression, anxiety, fear, uncertainty, and mental illness. In this study, we examined the psychological threats of the COVID-19 among Egypt’s public-sector university students. We employed quantitative methods in this study and used a questionnaire to collect cross-sectional data. The Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) results show that Fear of COVID-19 (FoC) has a positive effect of on Depression from COVID-19 (DfC), Future Career Anxiety (FCA) and Uncertainty of COVID-19 (UoC). In addition, DfC and UoC have positive effects on FCA. Finally, DfC and UoC positively mediate the association between FoC and FCA. This study's findings help policymakers and university authorities shape policies to reduce Egypt’s public sector university students ‘psychological problems due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Moreover, this study’s findings assist with the adjustments caused by the complex and rapidly changing pandemic situation.

A reflexive thematic analysis exploring the experiences of undergraduate women in STEM in Bangladesh

Globally, a significant gender gap is reported in the enrolment of women in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). Bangladesh reports one of the lowest female stakeholder percentages in STEM but has increased demand for skilled STEM professionals. Therefore, this qualitative study explores the experiences of undergraduate women in STEM in Bangladesh. Seven female undergraduate students were recruited using purposeful sampling, and a semi-structured interview was conducted. Reflexive thematic analysis, along with a phenomenological approach, was utilized for data analysis to gain a better understanding of their experiences. The four key themes that emerged were the gendered nature of interactions, the impact of societal barriers, underrepresentation and role models, self-identity, and psychological outcomes. The findings suggested multiple factors like gender-biased interactions in classrooms, lack of access to STEM resources, and lack of female role models negatively impacted students’ academic experiences. Moreover, poor self-esteem in female students contributed to imposter syndrome and heightened career anxiety.

Mental Health and Well-Being of Hospitality Students: The Buffering Role of Personal Resources

ABSTRACT This study examined the moderating role of mindfulness and resilience on the effects of academic stress and career anxiety on the well-being of hospitality students and their career intentions. A sample of 269 students selected using a simple random sampling technique completed a self-reported questionnaire. The data was analyzed using descriptive statistics and partial least squares structural equation modeling. The findings show a negative effect of academic stress and career anxiety on the career intentions of hospitality students. However, mindfulness increases hospitality students’ intention to work in the industry. The resilience of students minimized the negative effects of academic stress on their hospitality career intentions while enhancing their well-being. The theoretical and empirical contributions of the study were highlighted and directions for future research were also indicated.

The Effect of Career Anxiety on High School Students' Career Decision Making

This study aimed to examine the effect of career anxiety on high school students' career decision-making. The study group of the research consists of a total of 449 students, 146 boys (32.5%) and 303 girls (67%), who continue their education in different high schools in Konya center and districts. Research data was obtained using the "Personal Information Form" prepared by the researchers, the "Career Anxiety Scale" developed by Çetin-Gündüz and Nalbantoğlu-Yılmaz (2016) and the "Vocational Decision Making Inventory" developed by Çakır (2004). A relational screening model based on a descriptive method was used in the research. In the analysis of the data, parametric statistical techniques such as t test, one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA), Tukey test, correlation and regression analysis techniques were used according to the normality test. According to the research findings, there is a significant relationship between both career anxiety regarding family influence and career anxiety regarding career choice and all sub-dimensions of career decision-making. In addition, there is a low level positive relationship between students' career concerns related to family influence and the sub-dimensions of internal conflicts, not knowing oneself well enough, lack of profession and field knowledge, and irrational beliefs about career choice, and a moderate positive relationship between the students' career concerns and the external conflicts sub-dimension. It was found that there was a relationship.

Career Anxiety and Mental Well Being of Young Adults

This research investigated the relationship between career anxiety and mental well-being. The aim was to understand the impact of career anxiety on mental well-being of young adults. The study sample consisted of young adults, and the results revealed significant and negative associations between career anxiety and mental well-being. Regression analysis indicated that career anxiety significantly predicted mental well-being. Further research is needed to address limitations and explore additional factors influencing the relationships.

Mental health and early career adaptation challenges of Chinese returnees and Korean ambitionists among the STEAM doctoral cohorts in the post-pandemic academic job market

ABSTRACT This longitudinal study presents a critical phenomenological comparison of mental health and early career adaptation challenges encountered by Chinese returnees and Korean ambitionists in the post-pandemic academic job market. They were international doctoral candidates in American higher education pursuing academic careers in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) but failed to secure tenure-track faculty positions. Consequently, all Chinese returned to their home country, while all Koreans remained in the United States. Findings demonstrate that both groups commonly experienced racial trauma, career anxiety, and ambiguous loss, albeit within each group’s diverse circumstances and immigration status, since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. The study suggests implementing trauma-informed care within the chaos theory of careers. Therefore, this study calls upon the global public, intellectual societies, policymakers, and counsellors in comparative and international education to develop appropriate coping strategies and provide these emerging scholars with mental health counselling and career support services.

LAYANAN BIMBINGAN KARIR DALAM UPAYA MENGURANGI KECEMASAN SISWA SMA DALAM PEMILIHAN KARIR

This research aims to determine the results of services in an effort to reduce students' anxiety in choosing a career using the SLR (Systrmatic literature review) method. Literature sources were obtained from the crossref metadata database in the Indonesian Bebrahasa journal for 2016-2023. In this research there are several results from career guidance services in an effort to reduce students' anxiety in choosing a career, including; (1) career guidance services; (2) career anxiety; and (3) the role of guidance and counseling teachers. There are several strategies from guidance services that have provided positive results in the success of career guidance services, including; (1) career guidance services, (2) trait factors, (3) Rational Emotive Therapy (TRE), (4) cognitive information processing career counseling, and (5) Client Centered Therapy.

Unraveling the Interaction of Work Environment, Work-Life Balance, Perceived Organizational Support, and Career Anxiety among Female Workers

Unraveling the Interaction of Work Environment, Work-Life Balance, Perceived Organizational Support, and Career Anxiety among Female Workers

대학원생의 부적응적 완벽주의가 진로불안에 미치는 영향

Objectives The purpose of this study was to confirm the dual mediating effects of generalized anxiety and faculty conflict on the impact of maladaptive perfectionism on graduate students' career anxiety.
 Methods For this study, data were collected from 354 graduate students in Seoul, Korea, and SPSS Statistics 26.0 program and SPSS PROCESS (v.4.3) macro were used to conduct correlation analysis to analyze the relationship between key variables and the dual mediating effects of generalized anxiety and faculty conflict on maladaptive perfectionism and career anxiety.
 Results First, graduate students' maladaptive perfectionism, generalized anxiety, and conflict experience with a professor showed a positive correlation with career anxiety. Second, in the relationship between maladaptive perfectionism and career anxiety, generalized anxiety showed a simple mediating effect. Third, generalized anxiety and conflict experience with a professor sequentially double mediated the relationship between maladaptive perfectionism and career anxiety.
 Conclusions The findings are significant in that they provide implications for counseling interventions in the process of maladaptive perfectionism's transition to career anxiety in graduate student research. Finally, the current study's implications for future graduate student research are discussed, along with limitations and implications for clinical practice.

Exploring career decision-making anxiety among high school students

Adolescence entails significant developmental milestones, including career decision-making, often accompanied by career anxiety. This study explores choosing career anxiety among high school students, considering its multifaceted nature and its impact on decision-making. A quantitative approach was employed, surveying 141 high school students at Nguyen Huu Canh High School in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Questionnaires assessed anxiety levels across various domains, analyzed using SPSS version 26.0. Females exhibited higher anxiety about career choice compared to males (t(139) = -2.699, p < .05), particularly regarding anxiety about profession characteristics (Female: M = 2.54, SD = .654; Male: M = 2.22, SD = .710). Tenth graders reported heightened anxiety about personal capabilities compared to eleventh graders (F(2, 138) = 5.152, p < .05). Academic performance affected anxiety about career decision-making (F(2, 138) = 4.265, 4.489, and 3.262, respectively, all p < .05), with average performers showing higher anxiety about profession characteristics and above-average performers experiencing more anxiety about personal capabilities and social needs. Anxiety also varied across fields of interest (F(5, 135) = 2.128 and 2.720, respectively, both p < .05), reflecting diverse concerns among high school students in different career paths. Understanding the complexities of career anxiety is crucial for informed decision-making. Tailored interventions addressing gender disparities, grade-level transitions, academic performance, and field-specific concerns are essential for empowering high school students in career navigation. These findings highlight the importance of supporting adolescents through comprehensive career guidance initiatives to promote holistic development and well-being.

비수도권 대학생들의 진로 불안 극복과 진로결정 자기효능감 형성에 관한 현상학적 연구

This research is a phenomenological study on career anxiety, coping mechanisms, and career decision-making Self-Efficacy self-efficacy among university Students in the PK Area. This study analyzed the content of the career anxiety experienced by the study participants, as well as analyzing the overcoming of it and the development of career self-efficacy. Participants consisted of 11 students attending a non-metropolitan university. Using Colaizzi’s (1978) descriptive phenomenological research methods, the researcher conducted 1:1 in-depth interviews with the participants to construct the data. Because of the data analysis, 33 sub-components were selected. The researchers presented these as 11 components. Lastly, these components were reorganized into four categories namely “successful job experience in a non-metropolitan area,” “job role modeling,” “motivation in a harsh environment,” and “physical and emotional arousal.” According to the results, the category of successful job experience, as a component of overcoming career anxiety, led to a sense of challenge and enthusiasm. In terms of job role modeling, the participants set their role models and made a continuous effort to successfully perform their roles. As for motivation, most participants relieved their anxiety on their own by actively and positively strengthening their motivation. Finally, the participants positively utilized stress through physical and emotional arousal, maintained a healthy state of body and mind, and developed a sense of career self-efficacy. Based on the research results, we discussed recalling success experiences, cultivating strength to overcome career anxiety, role modeling, motivation, and physical and emotional awakening. Based on this, suggestions were made for a program to connect with graduating seniors in college career guidance, a counseling system that can connect motivation enhancement to behavioral strategies, and an approach to maintain a state of physical calm to relieve anxiety.

The Effect of Nepotism Perception on Career Anxiety: A Multiple Group Analysis

The Effect of Nepotism Perception on Career Anxiety: A Multiple Group Analysis

The Mediating Effect of Fear of COVID-19 on the Relationship between Psychological Resilience and Future Career Anxiety

The Mediating Effect of Fear of COVID-19 on the Relationship between Psychological Resilience and Future Career Anxiety