INTOLERANCE AND PERSEVERANCE DILEMMA IN ATHLETES: THE ROLE OF SOCIAL SUPPORT

This study quantitatively examines the impact of psychological traits such as intolerance of uncertainty and resilience on athletes' perceptions of social support. The research was conducted with the participation of 527 athletes, utilizing a relational survey model and structural equation modeling (SEM) techniques. The sample was determined using a stratified random sampling method based on demographic characteristics such as gender, age, and type of sport. Data analysis processes were systematically conducted using IBM SPSS and AMOS software. Data collection tools included the Intolerance of Uncertainty Scale, the Resilience Scale, and the Multidimensional Perceived Social Support Scale. The analyses revealed that these measurement instruments exhibited high levels of reliability. The results demonstrated a high degree of model fit to the data and identified strong and significant positive correlations among the scales employed. The findings of the study indicate that psychological traits such as intolerance of uncertainty and resilience significantly affect athletes' perceptions of social support. Moreover, enhancing these psychological traits may contribute positively to athletes' psychological and social adaptation processes.