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@article{191973,
        author = {Gopal Singh},
        title = {Coping with Academic Stress: Implications for Student Support in Universities},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {8},
        pages = {8711-8716},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=191973},
        abstract = {Academic stress is a pervasive challenge for university students worldwide, with significant consequences for mental health, academic performance, and retention. This paper synthesizes theoretical perspectives and empirical evidence on sources of academic stress, coping strategies adopted by students, and the effectiveness of institutional interventions. Drawing on Lazarus and Folkman’s transactional model of stress and coping, Hobfoll’s conservation of resources theory, and self-regulation frameworks, the paper presents a conceptual model linking stressors, appraisal, coping, and outcomes. Practical recommendations for student support services, faculty, and institutional policymakers are offered, emphasizing multi-level, culturally responsive, and scalable interventions. The paper concludes with directions for research, including longitudinal and implementation-focused studies to inform sustainable university policies.},
        keywords = {academic stress, coping strategies, student support, university, mental health, resilience},
        month = {January},
        }