The aim of this research is to examine the relationships between perceived social support and social self efficacy of the high school students. This investigation is carried out in accordance with the correlation model. By using random sampling method, the sample of this research was 617 students (365 female, 252 male) from various high schools. In order to determine the students social self efficacy, Social Self Efficacy Scale which was developed by Palancı (2004) was used. In order to find out the students perceived social support levels, Social Support Scale developed by Yıldırım (2004) was used. SPSS 16.0 was used for data analysis. As a result of the study, it was found that there was a significant positive relationship between social self efficacy and perceived social support from peer, family and teachers. Also, it was found that some approaches of perceived peer, family and teacher support significantly explain social self efficacy. Key Words: Social self efficacy, perceived social support, high school students
Key words: Social self efficacy, perceived social support, high school students
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