Role of Parents in Career Decision-Making Behaviour among Young Adults in the Age Group 20-25 Years

Authors

  • Rashmi Sharma Institute of Home Science, Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar University, Khandari Campus, Agra, INDIA.
  • Ranjana Gupta Institute of Home Science, Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar University, Khandari Campus, Agra, INDIA.

Keywords:

Adults Career Decision, Making Behaviour, Age Group 20-25 Years

Abstract

Making career decisions is a skill that can and should be learned. The purpose of career decisions is to assist participants in organizing their thoughts on essential themes related to choosing a vocation. To assist overcome hurdles that may obstruct the process, it's critical to examine the decision-making style. Adults shouldn't expect to make a definitive professional decision on the spur of the moment. The aim is not for adults to choose one particular occupation. Career decision making is the selection process that narrows the list based on his interests and ensures that his educational path does not limit his future options. Therefore, the purpose of the present paper is to study the role of parents in career decision-making behaviour among young adults aged 20-25 years. The present study is limited to 100 respondents’ adults aged 20-25 years from Agra city.  

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2022-06-08

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Rashmi Sharma, & Ranjana Gupta. (2022). Role of Parents in Career Decision-Making Behaviour among Young Adults in the Age Group 20-25 Years. Stallion Journal for Multidisciplinary Associated Research Studies, 1(3), 9–15. Retrieved from https://sjmars.com/index.php/sjmars/article/view/13

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Vol. 1 No. 3 (2022): June Issue

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