Effects of Dating Anxiety on Self-esteem and Subjective Well-being

This study is aimed at exploring the effects of dating anxiety on self-esteem and subjective well-being, in males and females aged between 19 to 30 years, Bangalore, Karnataka, India. The sample was determined by Convenience sampling method. “Dating Anxiety Scale”, “Rosenberg Self Esteem Scale”, “PANAS”, and “Satisfaction with Life Scale” were used for the collection of the data. In addition to descriptive statistics, correlational analysis techniques were used to analyze the data. As per the result of research; it was determined that dating anxiety has significant weak positive correlation with negative affect, and has significant weak negative correlation with positive affect, life satisfaction and self-esteem.