Exploring the Relationship between Self-Actualization and Locus of Control: A Correlation Analysis

Abstract

This study aims to explores the connection between locus of control and self-actualization, two psychological concepts that are essential for comprehending how people view themselves and their surroundings. Self-actualization is the pursuit of personal growth and the realization of one’s potential, whereas on the contrary, locus of control is the degree to which people feel in control of their lives. The sample comprises of 100 university students aged 14 to 24, reflecting diverse backgrounds. Participants using standardized measures of Rotter’s locus of control and Short Index of self-actualization through the use of a correlational research design. Correlation coefficients is the statistical technique that is used to investigate the relationship between these constructs. The findings exhibit a very weak positive correlation (r = 0.0698) that is not statistically significant (p = 0.4903) at the conventional significance level of 0.05, indicating that people who believe more strongly in internal control typically have higher levels of self-actualization. The theoretical framework provides a basis for comprehending how self-actualization and locus of control interact and impact one another by drawing on prior research. Results add to the current conversation on human development by illuminating the psychological processes behind these conceptions. The study’s limitations are discussed in the conclusion, along with the necessity of using diverse samples and exploring potential moderating variables in future research. Even though there isn’t a significant correlation in this particular setting, studying self-actualization and locus of control is still important for improving our comprehension of how people behave and grow as individuals.