The Effect of Irrational Beliefs on Stress Response and Performance Accomplishment of Seeking Employment

Abstract

University students may experience emotional problems such as anxiety and depression while seeking employment. These may have a negative effect on the performance accomplishment of job hunting activities. In this study, the effect of irrational beliefs on the stress response and performance accomplishment of seeking employment was examined. The participants included 136 university students. Results revealed that the irrational beliefs of dependence and Helplessness have a negative effect on the stress response while job hunting. Furthermore, these irrational beliefs, through the intervening variable of emotional disturbance, have a negative effect on the performance accomplishment of seeking employment.