Academic Stress among Students Studying in Higher Education Institutes: A Gender-Based Comparative Study

Abstract

One of the issues that get a lot of attention these days is stress. It can affect people’s physical and mental health, even if it doesn’t cause serious health problems. This qualitative comparative analysis aimed to provide a clear picture of academic stress among students of higher educational institutes. Due to challenges they face in such higher institutes, students often feel pressure to perform well. The purpose of this study is to measure the level of academic stress in students. The study included 40 students (20 boys and 20 girls) selected through random sampling and used a quantitative descriptive design with surveys to gather data. The Academic Stress Scale measured stress levels. A T-test compared the psychological traits of male and female students. The results indicated the boys experience more academic stress than girls. Based on these findings and their implications, the researcher recommends further investigation into the psychological factors affecting students.