MATHEMATICS ANXIETY AND ITS IMPACT ON STUDENT PERFORMANCE AMONG COLLEGE STUDENTS

Students' academic performance is significantly impacted, especially in higher education, by mathematics anxiety, a common psychological issue. Math anxiety is a common problem among college students, and this paper looks at how it affects their performance in quantitative classes, as well as its sources and effects. Math anxiety can be caused by a number of things, according to the research. These include bad experiences in the past, certain teaching methods, a lack of confidence in one's abilities, the influence of peers, and societal expectations. A strong inverse association between anxiety and academic performance was found in the study. Students who suffer from high math anxiety tend to have lower test scores, be less engaged in class, and have less problem-solving abilities. In order to alleviate anxiety and improve mathematical competence, It is suggested to emphasize the critical necessity for individualized treatments such counseling services, supportive pedagogy, and anxiety-reduction seminars. Educators, curriculum creators, and legislators can use the paper’s helpful suggestions to create a more conducive setting for mathematics education in higher education and boost student achievement.