Prediction of academic adjustment based on self-efficacy, assertiveness and social support

Subject Areas : social psychology

Mohamad Tamanaii ¹ , صبا مرادی ²

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Received: 2017-05-28 Accepted : 2017-05-28 Published : 2015-09-23

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Abstract :

Login to university can be a stressful experience. Hence, the academic adjustment refers to the ability of learners in compliance with the requirements of education is particularly important. Accordingly, the present study aims to investigate the relationship between academic adjustment self-efficacy, assertiveness and social support. The study was a  descriptive- correlation.The study sample consisted of all students attended in the academic year 93-1394 Kashan University. 351 male and female students (191 girls and 160 boys) were selected using stratified sampling.To measure the variables of the study, Sinai and Singh Adjustment Scale, General Self-Efficacy Questionnaire (GSES), Assertiveness self-raport inventory (ASRI) and Multiple Scale of Social Support (MSPSS) were used.The results showed significant relationship between academic adjustment, self-efficacy, assertiveness and social support, However, the two variables predictive of self-efficacy and assertiveness are stronger for academic adjustment. The findings of this study show that the enhanced self-efficacy and assertiveness skills, can facilitate the promotion of academic adjustment.