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Exploring Academic Stress Among Student Athletes Challenges and Coping Mechanisms

Author(s) AMARANTO JENIFFER L., AMARANTO, JEFF C.
Country Philippines
Abstract This study examines the academic stress experienced by 135 student-athletes at the Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology (NEUST) during the 2023-2024 academic year. It aims to identify the sources of stress and assess their effects on academic and athletic performance. This study used a mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative surveys to explore factors like time management issues, academic performance, financial concerns, teacher-related factors, and social pressures, with qualitative interviews conducted with 20 student-athletes to gather personal insights. The findings reveal significant stressors include time management challenges, academic struggles, financial insecurity, lack of teacher flexibility, and social expectations. Common issues include difficulty adjusting schedules for unexpected events, neglecting academic support, and feeling pressure from family, peers, and coaches. The results highlight the need for structured interventions, such as improved time management resources, academic counseling, financial support, and more flexible academic policies. A holistic approach to addressing these stressors is vital to the academic and athletic success of student-athletes, ensuring a balanced approach to their dual responsibilities. The study emphasizes the importance of creating a supportive environment that fosters student-athletes well-being, improving their academic performance and athletic achievements.
Field Sociology > Sports
Published In Volume 7, Issue 1, January-February 2025
Published On 2025-02-02
Cite This Exploring Academic Stress Among Student Athletes Challenges and Coping Mechanisms - AMARANTO JENIFFER L., AMARANTO, JEFF C. - IJFMR Volume 7, Issue 1, January-February 2025.

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