Self-Confidence and Psychological Well-Being among Student Assistants at a Higher Educational Institution in Negros Oriental, Philippines

Janine Iza Alexis  Yunting-Lamboloto; Lj Zaphan B. Lamboloto

doi:10.52006/main.v8i1.1007

Janine Iza Alexis Yunting-Lamboloto Silliman University, Dumaguete City, Philippines https://orcid.org/0009-0007-9027-9613
Lj Zaphan B. Lamboloto Silliman University, Dumaguete City, Philippines https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5445-8859

DOI: https://doi.org/10.52006/main.v8i1.1007

Keywords: Guidance and counseling, Self-Confidence, Psychological well-being, Student assistants, Descriptive-correlational, Negros Oriental, Philippines

Abstract

In today’s competitive academic and economic landscape, working students face distinct challenges to their mental health. This study examines the relationship between self-confidence and psychological well-being (PWB) among 84 student assistants at a higher education institution in Negros Oriental, Philippines. Employing a descriptive-correlational design, the research utilized Kelsey Perkins’ model for self-confidence and Carol Ryff’s six-factor model for PWB. Results reveal that while respondents maintained high to very high levels of self-confidence, their PWB scores varied across different dimensions. Statistical analysis confirmed a significant relationship between self-confidence and overall PWB; however, the strength of this association was inconsistent. While some areas showed strong correlations, specific dimensions—including self-efficacy, autonomy, self-compassion, personal growth, and purpose in life—exhibited only weak correlations. These findings suggest that high self-confidence does not guarantee well-being in all aspects, highlighting the urgent need for targeted interventions to address these specific psychological gaps.