Self-Esteem and Academic Stress among Nursing Students
R Acharya Pandey1, H N Chalise2
1Department of Nursing Kathmandu University School of Medical Sciences Dhulikhel, Kavre, Nepal.
Kathmandu University Medical Journal (KUMJ)
|July 18, 2016
Summary
Nursing students often experience high academic stress and low self-esteem, influenced by factors like age, education, family support, and finances. Interventions are needed to improve student well-being and learning efficiency.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Psychology
- Student Well-being
Background:
- Academic stress and self-esteem are significant challenges for college students.
- These factors can influence overall psychological well-being and academic performance.
- Nursing students, in particular, may face unique stressors impacting their mental health.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the levels of self-esteem and academic stress among nursing students.
- To identify potential correlations between demographic factors and these psychological variables.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study involving 190 randomly selected nursing students from Kathmandu University in 2012.
- Utilized the Scale for Assessing Academic Stress (SAAS) and Rosenberg's Self-Esteem Scale.
- Data collected via self-administered questionnaires and analyzed using SPSS (version 16) with descriptive statistics and correlation.
Main Results:
- The majority of students (78%) reported low self-esteem, and a significant portion (74%) experienced high academic stress.
- Lower age, lower education level, and low perceived family support were associated with higher academic stress and lower self-esteem.
- Insufficient financial support (< NRs 6000/month) was also linked to increased academic stress.
Conclusions:
- Nursing students exhibit concerning levels of low self-esteem and high academic stress.
- Targeted interventions are recommended to mitigate academic stress and enhance self-esteem.
- Improving student mental health is crucial for optimizing their learning experiences and academic success.
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