**Table of Contents:**

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Chapter ONE

: Introduction**
1.1 Background and Context
1.2 Rationale for the Study
1.3 Research Objectives
1.4 Overview of the Thesis

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Chapter TWO

: Literature Review**
2.1 Theoretical Frameworks in Adolescent Career Development
2.2 Influence of Family Dynamics on Career Decision-Making
2.3 Role of Parental Expectations in Career Aspirations
2.4 Familial Support Systems and Career Exploration
2.5 Socio-economic Factors and Career Choices
2.6 Cultural Influences on Adolescent Career Development
2.7 Summary of Key Concepts

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Chapter THREE

: Methodology**
3.1 Research Design and Approach
3.2 Participant Selection and Recruitment
3.3 Data Collection Procedures
3.4 Data Analysis Techniques
3.5 Ethical Considerations
3.6 Limitations of the Study
3.7 Reflexivity and Researcher Positionality

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Chapter FOUR

: Findings and Analysis**
4.1 Themes Emerging from Adolescent Interviews
4.2 Family Perspectives on Career Decision-Making
4.3 Comparison of Adolescent and Family Perspectives
4.4 Influence of Family Dynamics on Career Choices
4.5 Familial Support and Its Impact on Career Exploration
4.6 Socio-economic Factors in Career Decision-Making
4.7 Cultural Influences on Career Aspirations

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Chapter FIVE

: Discussion**
5.1 Integration of Findings with Existing Literature
5.2 Implications for Theory and Practice
5.3 Theoretical Contributions and Insights
5.4 Practical Implications for Guidance and Counseling
5.5 Recommendations for Enhancing Family Involvement
5.6 Addressing Socio-economic Disparities in Career Development
5.7 Culturally Responsive Career Counseling Approaches

**Chapter Six: Conclusion and Implications**
6.1 Summary of Key Findings
6.2 Contributions to the Field of Adolescent Career Development
6.3 Practical Implications for Guidance Counselors and Educators
6.4 Future Directions for Research
6.5 Concluding Remarks

**Chapter Seven: References**