Impact of growth mindset on college students’ career decision-making self-efficacy: the chain-mediating roles of perceived social support and meaning in life | Synapse
March 3, 2026Open Access
Impact of growth mindset on college students’ career decision-making self-efficacy: the chain-mediating roles of perceived social support and meaning in life
Key Points
Self-efficacy in career decision-making increases with a growth mindset, indicating strong positive influence.
Students with greater perceived social support report higher career decision-making self-efficacy levels, revealing key associations.
Assessment shows that meaning in life acts as a significant mediator between growth mindset and self-efficacy outcomes.
The findings highlight the need for improved social support mechanisms, aiding students in their career paths.
Abstract
Growth mindset can directly enhance college students' career decision-making self-efficacy and can also indirectly influence it through perceived social support and meaning in life.