Investigation of Academicians' Positive Psychological Capital Perceptions and Problem Solving Skills

Abstract

The study investigates the link between positive psychological capital perceptions and problem-solving skills among 111 academicians from a private university in Istanbul. Utilizing a quantitative, cross-sectional design, data was collected through two scales: the “psychological capital scale” and the “problem solving inventory (PSI).” The former, adapted into Turkish, gauged positive psychological capital across dimensions like optimism, psychological resilience, hope, and self-efficacy. The latter assessed problem-solving skills. Out of 368 selected academicians, 111 complete and reliable responses were analyzed. Findings reveal a significant and positive correlation between positive psychological capital perceptions and problem-solving skills. The academicians' positive psychological capital was identified to moderately explain problem-solving skills (54.2%). Descriptive tests, correlation, and regression analyses were employed for data analysis.