Abstract:

The aim of this study is to examine the relationships between depressive symptoms, anxiety stress, self-compassion and school burnout levels of high school students preparing for the university entrance exam. It is understood that high school students who are preparing for the university exam face many problems both academically and in their life. In this context, it is said that self-compassion can be protective factor. 251 students studying at state high schools in Bergama district of İzmir province constitute the sample of the research. Participants were requested to fill in the questionnaire set consisting of the Demographic Information Form, Depression - Anxiety - Stress Scale, Self-Compassion Scale and School Burnout Scale. Before the analysis, the normal distribution assumptions were checked and the data was made ready for analysis. Pearson Correlation and Multiple Regression analyzes were applied. The research findings showed that depressive symptoms, anxiety, stress, self-compassion, and school burnout were correlated variables, and school burnout was predicted by depressive symptoms and stress levels. The findings are supported by the literature, but it is noteworthy that self-compassion is not a predictor of school burnout. The findings are discussed in the light of the relevant literature and suggestions for future studies are presented.

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