DYNAMICS OF THE STUDENTS’ BEHAVIOR AND ITS VARIABILITY: IMPACT OF STRESS, ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION ON ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT OF UNIVERSITY STUDENTS

Abstract

This research examines- consequences of stress, anxiety and depression- on academic achievement of graduation level students. “Stress” is an innovation which stimulates physical, emotional and psychological burden on them. It brings frustration, anger and nervousness in a student’s daily routine. However, “anxiety” is an impression of apprehension that an unpleasant happening is beginning to take place. Most of the students experience it at the time of presentation or exams. This matter as usual does not receive proper attention which damages students’ capabilities which leads to a poor CGPA. On the other hand, “depression” is a persistent problem and difficult to deal with. The individual who is affected goes through emotions of sadness and a diminished interest in different aspects of their daily life. This diminishes their inherent qualities, disrupts their sleep and wake cycle entirely, and spreads demotivation throughout their life. They withdraw from social activities and may pose a risk to themselves. The academic achievement of female students is not satisfactory as compare to male students due to lack of social support. Social support may help in reducing degree of stress, anxiety and depression as well as enhancing their academic performance. An equation has been modeled which shows the variables (stress, anxiety and depression) are independent to each other.