Perceived Stressors Affecting the Academic Performance among the Students of BatStateU, The NEU – Lemery Campus

This research investigates the stressors impacting the academic performance of students at Batangas State University, The National Engineering University – Lemery Campus, emphasizing the importance of emotional well-being and physical health. The study identifies stressors in terms of personal inadequacy, fear of failure, interpersonal difficulties with teachers, and teacher-student relationships. It also examines differences in perceived stressors based on demographic variables such as age, sex, year level, and program. Utilizing a descriptive research method, data were collected via a researcher-made questionnaire, validated for content and reliability (Cronbach’s Alpha = .949). The final sample consisted of 296 students, selected through stratified random sampling. Statistical analysis, including frequency and percentage, weighted mean, independent t-test, and one-way analysis of variance, were applied to interpret the data. Findings indicate that demographic variables do not significantly affect stressors related to personal inadequacy, fear of failure, and teacher-student relationships. However, a significant difference was observed in interpersonal difficulties with teachers when grouped by year level. This suggests that the impact of stressors on academic performance varies with the students’ year level and their relationships with teachers. This study underscores the need for addressing specific stressors to enhance students’ academic performance and overall well-being. Keywords – Perceived Stressors, Academic Performance, Personal Inadequacy, Fear of Failure, Interpersonal Difficulties with Teachers, Teacher-Student Relationship.