First-Generation Professionals' Mixed Methods Data

The dataset is a comprehensive collection of both quantitative and qualitative data that offers unique insights into the experiences of first- and continuing-generation professionals in the United States. The quantitative measures used in this study include widely used and reliable assessments of well-being (WHO-5; Topp et al., 2015), generalized anxiety disorder (GAD-7; Spitzer et al., 2006), depression (PHQ-9; Kroenke et al., 2001), performance failure appraisal (PFAI-S; Conroy et al., 2002), and standards subscale of the Short Almost Perfect Scale (SAPS; Rice et al., 2014). These assessments provide a comprehensive picture of the participants' psychological well-being in their professional careers. <br> In addition to quantitative measures, the dataset includes rich qualitative responses that provide a deeper understanding of the psychological implications of being a first-generation professional. These open-ended questions were thoughtfully constructed by the author and allow participants to provide nuanced responses. The qualitative data offers insights into how first-generation identity influences overall well-being, the experience of impostor phenomenon, and the ways participants seek support during times of professional distress and burnout. <br> The inclusion of both quantitative and qualitative data makes this dataset valuable for researchers and practitioners seeking to better understand the experiences of first- and continuing-generation professionals. The diverse range of measures used in this study provides a comprehensive view of participants' well-being, while the qualitative responses offer a rich understanding of the psychological implications of being a first-generation professional in the United States.