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Examining the relationship between psychological resilience and job search anxiety levels of child development students

Department of Child Development, Bilecik Şeyh Edebali University, Bilecik, 11100, Türkiye

Abstract

The critical role of psychological resilience in equipping young adults to cope with transition challenges and manage job-finding anxiety is the fundamental premise of this study. The university phase is a pivotal life stage where youth adapt to new roles, often leading to the emergence of career anxiety. This research investigated the relationship between psychological resilience and job-finding anxiety among Child Development students. Data for the relational survey were collected online from 222 students (convenience sampling) using a Personal Information Form, the Psychological Resilience Scale, and the Job-Finding Anxiety Scale. Findings indicated students reported high resilience and moderate job-finding anxiety. Students who chose their department willingly exhibited higher resilience and lower anxiety. Furthermore, as grade level increased, resilience decreased while job-finding anxiety simultaneously rose. A significant negative correlation of moderate strength was found between resilience and job anxiety. Regression analysis confirmed that psychological resilience is a significant predictor of job-finding anxiety. These outcomes emphasize that resilience is a core personal resource shaping students’ future expectation. Supporting resilience through university-based programs and guidance services is anticipated to contribute to the reduction of job-finding anxiety and the strengthening of professional adaptation.

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How to Cite

Bayram, A., Halmatov, M., Kahraman, U., Zileli, R., Mumcu, T., & Akpinar Dogan, E. (2026). Examining the relationship between psychological resilience and job search anxiety levels of child development students. International Journal of Eurasia Social Sciences, 17(65), 1048–1058. https://doi.org/10.70736/ijoess.2158

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