Research suggests that feelings of self-hatred, like feeling "unemployable," are linked to self-destructive behaviors, such as self-harm.
(Source: Xavier et al.)
The concept of "learned helplessness" in psychology explains how repeated failures can lead to feelings of hopelessness and inadequacy, making one feel "unemployable." (Source: Seligman, 1975)
A study found that people with depression and anxiety are more likely to experience negative self-talk, which can manifest as feelings of being "unemployable." (Source: Hofmann et al., 2010)
The brain's default mode network, responsible for introspection, can sometimes produce distorted self-perceptions, leading to feelings of inadequacy and low self-worth.