A Comparative Study of Anxiety in Adult Students in Kolkata

Abstract

Introduction: Severe fear and persistent, acute worry about everyday events are the characteristics of anxiety. Even though anxiety is frequently accepted as a normal emotion, when it becomes excessive, it might be diagnosed as a mental disease. It is necessary to investigate a variety of elements that impact anxiety levels in order to develop more effective care and rehabilitation policies. The purpose of the study is to determine the anxiety levels of adult college students in Kolkata. Methodology: Adult students enrolled in Kolkata-based private and public colleges participated in this survey. All study participants who met the inclusion and exclusion criteria provided written consent before being included in the study. The Beck anxiety inventory was used to gather anxiety data, and the t-test was applied to analyse the results. Findings: Out of 320 participants, more students attending private colleges reported feeling more anxious than those attending government universities. In addition, compared to male students, more female students experience higher levels of anxiety. Conclusion: There is a noticeable difference in the anxiety levels of government college students and private college students. Compared to government college students, private college students experience greater anxiety. The anxiety levels of adult male and female students varied considerably. Student anxiety is higher among females than males. The findings can be used in collaboration with the students, teachers, and health support services that provide facilities, resources, etc. The findings of the research also have practical implications for college students, and through this, the teachers and administrators also got an idea of what is going on in the life of a particular student.