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Self Efficacy refers to an individual’s belief in their ability to complete a certain task or goal.

It

refers to the extent to which the individual believes he/she has control over the environment, the

manner in which one’s own behavior is controlled and lastly, the extent to which the individual is

able to persevere in the process of success. Thus, this aspect of self is crucial in determining

response (behavior) to a variety of presented situations. It is a large concept in the context of

Bandura’s Social Cognitive study, which emphasizes on the role of Observational learning and

social experience in the development of Personality, drive and motivation. Thus, such beliefs

also stem from Social persuasion, Vicarious Experiences and general emotional states. For

example, an individual that observes a succeeding individual may hold a stronger belief in his

own capabilities. Similarly, Positive feedback and reinforcement and thus social support may

also help inculcate healthy levels of self efficacy.

The need for self efficacy in overall wellbeing is quite high. Individuals that have a higher level

of this trait may translate to better performance, higher resilience, greater motivation and

proactive decision making. Healthy levels of confidence and little to no fear of failure are what

make these individuals stand apart. Setting goals are often associated with providing a sense of

purpose, therefore empowering an individual. On the other hand, lower levels of Self Efficacy

may lead to setting of ambiguous goals, lower spans of motivation and underperforming ( despite

one’s high potentials). Decision making is much more time consuming as it is ridden with

anxiety and insecurity. Furthermore, individuals with a self efficacy deficit may be less adaptable

and may have less Open Mindedness towards skill development. as fear often overtakes the want

of a unique venture. Therefore, Self efficacy plays a large role in promoting Personal

Development.
The SES ( Self Efficacy Scale) is a 20- item standardized questionnaire developed to measure

levels of Self- efficacy. It is usually administered to individuals of ages 12 and above. It assesses

four main domains to then comprehend the presence of this Trait as a whole.

Self-efficacy scales are used across various fields to understand a person's belief in their ability

to achieve goals or cope with challenges. Here are some common applications:

● Psychology and Therapy: Therapists use self-efficacy scales to assess a client's

confidence in managing stress, overcoming phobias, or sticking to treatment plans.By

understanding a client's self-efficacy, therapists can tailor interventions to build

confidence and promote positive change.

● Education: Educators can use self-efficacy scales to gauge students' confidence in their

academic abilities. This can help identify students who may need additional support or

develop targeted interventions to boost student motivation and performance.

● Sports and Performance: Athletes and performers use self-efficacy scales to assess

their confidence in their skills and abilities. High self-efficacy is linked to better

performance and faster recovery from setbacks.

● Employee Selection and Training: In the workplace, self-efficacy scales can help

assess a candidate's confidence in their ability to perform a job or learn new skills. This

information can be used in the selection process or to develop targeted training programs.
REFERENCES

https://www.betterhelp.com/advice/psychologists/what-is-self-efficacy-psychology-theory-and-a

pplications/

https://positivepsychology.com/self-efficacy-scales/

https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-self-efficacy-2795954

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