The stress and academic achievements of students of Holy Family NMTC,Berekum

Abstract

The study focused on the stress and academic achievement of students of Holy Family Nursing and Midwifery training college, Berekum. A descriptive study design was used to collect indepth information for the study. The sample population was obtained using a convenient sampling technique. A total of 40 students were sampled for the study. The data for the study was collected by administering the questionnaire to the participants. The study found that majority (80%) of the respondents agreed stress has caused them to miss deadlines for assignments. Most (65%) of the respondents agreed that stress has led to lower grades in their courses. Majority (85%) of the respondents agreedthat stress affects their ability to take exams and perform well. Most (70%) of the respondents agreed that they take time for self-care activities, such as reading or taking a bath, to manage stress. More than half (60%) of the respondents agreed that they engage in physical exercise to manage. More than fifty percent (55%) of the respondents disagreed that they talk to friends or family members about their stress. Less than half (40%) of the respondents agreed they seek professional help, such as seeing a therapist or counselor, to manage stress. Most (70%) of the respondents agreed that they engage in hobbies or interests to take my mind off of stress. Majority (70%) of the respondents agreed that they try to prioritize and manage their time effectively to reduce stress. More than fifty percent (95%) of the respondents disagreed that they try to maintain a healthy diet to help manage stress. Majority (90%) of the respondents disagreed that they engage in mindfulness practices, such as yoga to manage stress. Majority (95%) of the respondents agreed that stress has had a significant impact on their academic performance. The study recommended that students should be encouraged to find a healthy balance between academic work and other activities, such as hobbies or socializing, can help reduce stress and promote overall well-being. The school could consider reducing the workload for students, such as by eliminating unnecessary assignments. This could help alleviate stress related to academic demands and allow students to focus on quality learning rather than quantity of work. The school could offer stress management programs to teach students techniques to manage stress, such as mindfulness meditation, yoga, and deep breathing exercises. The school could offer access to mental health resources, such as counselling services and support groups, to students who may be struggling with stress or other mental health issues.