EFFECTS OF STRESS ON THE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF STUDENTS

The main purpose of this research work was to assess the effects of stress on the academic performance of students using the Faculty of Education of the University of Uyo as a case study.
The research questions were tested by administering 100 copies of (16) item questionnaire to undergraduates of the Faculty of Education, University of Uyo.
The data generated were analyzed using percentages and the findings discussed. The result of the study revealed that stress does have effects on the academic performance of students of the University of Uyo.
Following the findings, the researcher puts forth some recommendations which when faithfully implemented will bring about general improvement with respect to the focus of this research.