Aspectos que influyen en las expectativas de futuro de los adultos emergentes de la ciudad de Guayaquil

Abstract

This research focuses on the future expectations of emerging university adults in Guayaquil. Through a qualitative approach, it explores these expectations, as well as the individual, contextual, and social factors that shape them. Limited to Guayaquil, the study centers on emerging university adults. Data collection is done through semi-structured interviews and content analysis, allowing for a detailed exploration of experiences, perceptions, and expectations. The sample includes 21 emerging university adults, residents of Guayaquil, aged 18 to 25, single, and childless. The research reveals the complex interaction of factors influencing future expectations, from the country's security to personal and social elements shaping individual visions of the future. The results highlight that the expectations of emerging university adults in Guayaquil are shaped by the intricate interplay between personal and social factors. In addition to negative perceptions linked to insecurity, self-esteem, stress management, and social relationships, especially with friends, are crucial elements influencing the vision of the future. KEYWORDS: EMERGING ADULTS, FUTURE EXPECTATIONS, INDIVIDUAL FACTORS, SOCIAL FACTORS, SELF-ESTEEM, CONTEXTUAL FACTORS