Fear of Success
Scope Note:
Need to refrain from maximally utilizing one's abilities in achievement situations because of expected negative consequences
Category: Mental Health
Broader Terms FearNarrower Terms N/AUse this term instead of Success Avoidance | Related Terms AchievementFailure Goal Orientation Inhibition Low Achievement Motivation Self Motivation Sex Role Success Underachievement |
Added to ERIC: 8/4/1978
