Relationship Between Perceived Stress and Coping Strategies Among University Students

Abstract

This study investigates the relationship between stress and coping among university students using the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS) and Brief COPE scale. The research aims to explore how university students perceive and cope with stressors and to identify coping strategies associated with lower levels of perceived stress. A sample of 100 university students will be recruited to participate in the study. Participants will complete the PSS to assess their perceived stress levels and the Brief COPE scale to measure coping strategies. Data will be analysed using Pearson’s correlation coefficient to examine the relationship between perceived stress levels and coping strategies. The study hypothesizes that there will be a significant relationship between perceived stress levels and coping strategies among university students. Findings from this study will contribute to a better understanding of stress and coping mechanisms among university students, with implications for interventions aimed at promoting mental health and well-being in this population.