Stress-coping skills of lower secondary school students - a practical study at lower secondary schools in Que Vo Town, Bac Ninh Province, Vietnam
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https://doi.org/10.64171/JAES.5.4.30-36Keywords:
Skills, Coping, Stress, Lower Secondary School StudentsAbstract
This study focuses on analyzing the current situation of stress and coping skills among lower secondary school students in Que Vo Town, Bac Ninh Province. The survey results of 600 students, 180 teachers, and 22 administrators reveal that school-related stress is a common phenomenon, mainly stemming from academic pressure, family expectations, and changes in the learning environment. Students self-assessed their stress levels as relatively high (M = 2.96/4), while their stress-coping skills remained limited (M = 1.68/4). Most students are only capable of recognizing stressors and symptoms but lack the ability to identify and implement effective coping strategies. The study highlights the crucial role of schools and families in providing psychological support and life skills education for students. Based on the findings, the authors propose several solutions to enhance students’ stress-coping skills, contributing to the development of a healthy, friendly, and sustainable learning environment.
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