Kassymbekova G, Asylbekova M, Zhubakova S, Izdeleuova A, Kassentayeva K. Psychological and pedagogical features of students’ perfectionist relationships in the educational process. Sci Herald Uzhhorod Univ Ser Phys. 2024;(56):1618-1627. DOI: 10.54919/physics/56.2024.161wh8
Psychological and pedagogical features of students’ perfectionist relationships in the educational process
Gaukhar Kassymbekova, Marziya Asylbekova, Saule Zhubakova, Akmaral Izdeleuova, Karlygash Kassentayeva
https://doi.org/10.54919/physics/56.2024.161wh8
Abstract
Relevance. The relevance of the study is due to the need to solve the problem of the influence of perfectionism on the academic results of students in the increasingly busy environment of the latter in the modern world.
Purpose. In this regard, this article is aimed at revealing the factors influencing the negative aspects of perfectionism on the psychological state of students.
Methodology. To solve this problem, system analysis, logical analysis, synthesis, deduction, comparison method, classification, as well as a survey were used, which made it possible to reveal both the theoretical and empirical components of the study.
Results. A survey was conducted to reveal the average level for the four subscales of perfectionism in the sample, the correlation of these indicators with the academic performance of students was calculated, the results of three surveys were compared and the influence of perfectionism on the psychological state of students was described and their academic successes, detailed recommendations are given to reduce the influence of destructive perfectionism on the psychological state of students, the significance of the described activities is substantiated, and recommendations are given for the implementation of these activities in educational practice.
Conclusions. The article reveals the concept of perfectionism, presents internal, external and sociocultural factors in the development of perfectionist relationships, examines two main theories of perfectionism: the theory of Multidimensional and social perfectionism, collects and presents data on the academic performance of students. Thus, the study of this topic has practical significance for the development of educational programs that will contribute to the healthy and successful educational process of students, as well as promote their psychological well-being and personal development.
Keywords: academic efficiency; psychological well-being; the pursuit of excellence; anxiety; self-esteem; empirical research
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