Resilience, characterized by the ability to swiftly rebound from adversity, and achievement motivation, denoting an individual's aspiration for greatness, are pivotal psychological constructs influenced by various factors such as role models and socio-cultural contexts. This study explores the levels of achievement motivation and resilience among institutionalized and non-institutionalized adolescents, acknowledging the potential impact of their living environments. A sample of 120 adolescents, equally divided into institutionalized and non-institutionalized groups, participated in the research. The Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale (Connor & Davidson, 2003) and the achievement motivation inventory (Muthee & Thomas, 2009) were employed for data collection, offering a comprehensive understanding of the participants' psychological attributes. Correlation analyses were conducted to examine the relationship between achievement motivation and resilience. Additionally, t-tests were employed to discern any significant disparities in both achievement motivation and resilience between the two groups. Results revealed that there was no significant correlation between achievement motivation and resilience among adolescents. Furthermore, no significant difference in achievement motivation was observed between institutionalized and non-institutionalized adolescents. Intriguingly, the study found that institutionalized adolescents exhibited higher levels of resilience compared to their non-institutionalized counterparts. These findings suggest that while achievement motivation and resilience might not be directly correlated, living conditions play a crucial role in shaping resilience levels among adolescents. The study contributes valuable insights into the intricate dynamics of these psychological constructs in diverse contexts, emphasizing the need for tailored interventions to foster resilience, particularly among non-institutionalized adolescents. Future research avenues are proposed to delve deeper into the nuanced factors influencing the interplay between achievement motivation and resilience in adolescence.
Keywords: Achievement motivation, Resilience, Institutionalized and non- institutionalized adolescents