Investigation of The Moderator Effect Of The Fear Of Covid-19 In The Relation Between Communication Anxiety And Self-Efficacy
Abstract Background/purpose - The Covid-19 process has forced many people to face psychological problems. Already difficult living conditions are progressing towards worsening. Individuals with lower pre-pandemic communication anxieties increase more and this situation negatively affects their self-efficacy. Therefore, the main purpose of this study is to examine the moderator effect of fear of covid-19 in the relationship between communication anxiety and self-efficacy.Materials/methods - Three measurement tools were used to make analyzes regarding the purpose of the research. These measuring tools; communication anxiety scale, self-efficacy scale, and fear of covid-19 scale. Along with these variables, the moderator effect of covid-19 fear was examined. SPSS 25. The package program and Hayes's process were used to make the analysis. Data of 393 participants were included in the analysis within the scope of the research.Results - In the model where the moderator effect of Covid-19 fear is examined; It is concluded that fear of covid-19 worsens the relationship between communication anxiety and self-efficacy. In addition, a negative and significant result was obtained between communication anxiety and self-efficacy.Conclusion - According to the results obtained from this research; Fear of Covid-19 increases communication anxiety and decreases self-efficacy. At the same time, Covid-19 fear has a negative moderator effect on the relationship between communication anxiety and self-efficacy. This research has been completed by analysis of variables, results, discussion, and various suggestions.