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Academic Stress among Adolescents of Rural Nepal: A Community-based Cross-Sectional Study
Suman Pant1, Bibek Rajbhandari2, Minani Gurung3
1Nepal Health Research Council, Kathmandu, Nepal.
Journal of Nepal Health Research Council
|September 24, 2023
Summary
Academic stress significantly impacts adolescents in rural Nepal, with higher prevalence in females and tenth graders. Factors like maternal literacy and academic performance are key indicators. Understanding these factors is crucial for providing support.
Area of Science:
- Adolescent Health
- Educational Psychology
- Rural Health Studies
Background:
- Adolescence is a critical developmental period marked by significant physical and emotional changes.
- Mental health in adolescents is influenced by various life aspects, including academic pressures.
- Academic stress poses a threat to adolescent well-being, particularly in demanding educational environments.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the prevalence of academic stress among adolescents in rural Nepal.
- To identify factors associated with academic stress in this population.
- To provide insights for targeted interventions and support systems.
Main Methods:
- A community-based cross-sectional survey was conducted with 424 adolescents in Karnali Province, Nepal.
- Academic stress was quantified using the Student Assessing Academic Stress tool.
- Multivariate logistic regression analysis identified significant associated factors at a 0.05 significance level.
Main Results:
- 19.8% of students reported moderate academic stress, and 2.4% reported high academic stress.
- Female students exhibited three times higher odds of experiencing academic stress compared to males (AOR: 3.47).
- Tenth graders (AOR: 2.02), students with literate mothers (AOR: 0.53), and those with unsatisfactory academic performance (AOR: 3.12) showed increased odds of academic stress.
Conclusions:
- Academic stress is a prevalent issue among high school students in rural Nepal, influenced by both familial and academic factors.
- Interventions should consider gender, grade level, maternal education, and academic performance.
- Collaborative support from parents and teachers is essential to mitigate academic stress in adolescents.
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