PSYCHOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF MOTIVATIONALFACTORS IN YOUNG PEOPLE'S CAREER CHOICE

Authors

  • Nilufar Sangirova Sayfiddinovna Author

Keywords:

career choice, career motivation, young people, vocational interests, self-efficacy, intrinsic motivation, extrinsic motivation, career decision-making, professional identity, psychological factors.

Abstract

Career choice is one of the most significant developmental decisions made by young people because it is closely related to their self-concept, interests, values, abilities, expectations and future life plans. The present article examines the psychological characteristics of motivational factors involved in young people's career choice from the perspective of contemporary vocational psychology. Particular attention is given to intrinsic and extrinsic motivation, career interests, self-efficacy, outcome expectations,
personal values, parental and social influences, professional identity and perceived opportunities in the labor market.

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Published

2026-09-22