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CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
This study and as well as the aim is about the factors that causes stress and the impacts it has on students’ performance and some possible management techniques. The main objectives were to ascertain or identify the extent to which stress affects students’ academic success, health and general lifestyle, as well as to inquire and bring to light measures to counteract the effects of existing stress in students. The possible limitation of this study is the collection of primary source of data due to the population size of the case study which is the University of Nigeria and time factor. The delimitation on the other hand will be the focus on the students in University of Nigeria, Nigeria.
1.1 Background of the study
The very mention of the word ‘stress’ brings thoughts such as increased rate of depression, anxiety, cardiovascular disease, and other potentially life-threatening issues to one’s mind. Oftentimes, a student rushes from one end of campus to the other, trying to make their next class on time. Since classes are scheduled back-to-back, there is less or no time to even eat. Take, for instance, it is three o’clock and a student is extremely hungry. This week, they have got three mid-semester examinations to study for, and a backlog of 300 pages to read. They are meeting with a study group tonight to finish studies on a rushed research presentation. Too bad they have also got three other assignments due tomorrow, so it looks like they will not be getting much sleep tonight.
The fact is indisputable that, having the above introductory paragraph as a schedule, in reality, will certainly make a student be tensed up. Yet, those are the hectic routines we experience as students these days. We feel lost, overwhelmed, frozen, or unable to cope when confronted with so many tasks. Busy schedules crammed with studies, study, and extracurricular activities can take a toll on student’s physical and mental health, especially if one is not eating or sleeping properly. If untreated, these stressors can compound over time, leading to even greater levels of stress.
It is also worth noting that stress is an inevitable part of student-life; as it takes a toll on most students’ physical health, emotional wellbeing, and academic performance. The rise of this pandemic in students is on account of factors such as the somewhat sudden change in lifestyle, increased study load, new responsibilities among others. A publication on stress by the University of New York [Retrieved March 14, 2016] buttresses the notion that, extreme levels of stress can hinder studies effectiveness and lead to poor academic performance and attrition. It goes on to affirm that, students who experienced stressful life events also reported worse health outcomes and reduced quality of life.
Even as we delve into the core of the subject matter, ample attention needs to be accorded the proposal that, introducing successful coping strategies may help students to avoid the destructive consequences of excessive stress.
1.2 Problem statement
Undoubtedly, stress has become the number one reported impediment to academic performance, as fellow students now report being stressed out than ever. The New York University Publication continued its affirmation that, 55% of students claimed their biggest stressor to be academic in nature. 6 in 10 college students report having felt so stressed they couldn’t get their studies done on one or more occasions. . [Retrieved on 11 Apr 2016]. Additionally, many of the emotional and physical symptoms that occur commonly in the student population, such as headaches, fatigue, depression, anxiety, and the inability to cope, can be attributed to or exacerbated by stress. (Dusselier et al 2005, 15–24)
Surveys conducted by Kansas State University reveal a 58% increase in stress related mental health issues reported to campus counsellors between 1988 and 2001 (Hoover 2003). These increased stress loads come with some dire consequences. Suicide rates amongst college-aged students are three times higher than they were in 1950, as described by American College Health Association statistics published in Psychology Today [Retrieved on March 10, 2016].
Considering the findings above, the research is intended to address the following questions:
- In your opinion rate from 1–5 how stress influences students’ academic life?
2 In your view should stress awareness be taught at the University?
- How do you feel when you are stressed?
1.3 General Objective (Aim) of the Study
The goal of this study is to identify factors causing stress among students in University of Nigeria, Nigeria.
1.3.1 Specific Objectives of the Study
In order to meet the general objective (aim), the study will focus on the following specific objectives:
- To identify the causes of stress among students.
- To identify specific areas of stress in student’s life.
- To identify techniques to deal with the stress
1.4 Significance of the Study
The outcome of the study will provide the basis for enhancing the general adoption of a new, positive approach to student life, thereby, ensuring academic success.
1.5 Hypostudy
Do students in University of Nigeria get stressed?
Does academic study load cause great amounts of stress in students’ everyday life?