Academic Self-Esteem, Academic -Self Efficacy, Mental Health and Quality of Community Life in Tribal College Students of Tripura: A Correlational Study

Abstract

Aim of the Study: Tribal students of north-eastern states face numerous distinct community specific challenges in their studies and day to day life, in comparison to the tribal communities in India. Early adults of Tripura are comparatively less studied in light of mental health, community life and various academic factors. The present study is aimed to assess the academic self-esteem, academic self -efficacy, mental health and quality of community life among tribal college students of Tripura. Research Methods: The correlational study has been conducted in three colleges of Agartala, Tripura. Tribal graduation and post -graduation students [N=438, males (n=219) and females (n=219), mean age =23.8years] were recruited using purposive sampling. Self-report questionnaires were administered to assess the correlation among variables. Results: Data were analysed using descriptive statistics and Pearson’s product- moment correlation. There is significant and positive correlation between age and mental health, academic self -esteem and self -efficacy. Significant and negative correlations have been found between quality of community life, academic self-esteem and academic self- efficacy. Original Value of the Study: In the light of previous studies, academic self-esteem and self-efficacy are significantly related to mental health of tribal students. Quality of community life is a complex dimension in relation to academic life. Qualitative studies are needed to explore more factors associated with community life of early adults and college students, to form more effective policies and cater mental health needs.