A Study of the Impact of Parental Pressure on Students’ Academic Performance

Authors

  • Kirtika Sharma Research Fellow, CIET, NCERT, New Delhi

Keywords:

Parental pressure, Academic performance, Stress, Parenting styles, Communication, Mental illness, Suicide rates

Abstract

This study focuses on the impact of parental pressure on children's academic performance and well-being in an increasingly competitive society. The research highlights the various signs of stress and pressure that children exhibit due to the expectations imposed on them by their parents. It explores different parenting styles and their consequences, emphasizing the importance of communication, motivation, and understanding in creating a healthier parent-child relationship. The study also delves into the negative effects of excessive pressure, such as mental illness, increased suicide rates, cheating habits, and physical health issues, including heart diseases and obesity. The need and significance of this research lie in raising awareness about the harmful effects of parental pressure and encouraging open communication to address the issue effectively.

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Published

15-07-2023

How to Cite

Sharma, K. (2023). A Study of the Impact of Parental Pressure on Students’ Academic Performance . International Research Journal of Educational Psychology, 7(1), 58–70. Retrieved from https://irjep.in/index.php/IRJEP/article/view/76