An Investigation Of Perceived Social Support And Social Self Efficacy In Adolescents

Abstract

The aim of this research is to examine the relationships between perceived social support and
social self efficacy of the high school students. This investigation is carried out in accordance with the
correlation model. By using random sampling method, the sample of this research was 617 students (365
female, 252 male) from various high schools. In order to determine the students’ social self efficacy, Social
Self Efficacy Scale which was developed by Palancı (2004) was used. In order to find out the students’
perceived social support levels, Social Support Scale developed by Yıldırım (2004) was used. SPSS 16.0 was
used for data analysis. As a result of the study, it was found that there was a significant positive relationship
between social self efficacy and perceived social support from peer, family and teachers. Also, it was found that
some approaches of perceived peer, family and teacher support significantly explain social self efficacy.