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Indian Journal of Biology 13(1):p 7-11, January-June 2026. | DOI: https://doi.org/10.21088/ijb.2394.1391.13126.1
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Stress Behind the Hostel Walls: Students’ Perception of Stress Management
Arpita S. Kandpal, Seijal Gahlan
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Indian Journal of Biology 13(1):p 7-11, January-June 2026. | DOI: https://doi.org/10.21088/ijb.2394.1391.13126.1
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Arpita S. Kandpal, Seijal Gahlan. Stress Behind the Hostel Walls: Students’ Perception of Stress Management. Ind. J Biol 2026; 13(1): 07-11.Timeline
Received : December 29, 2025
Accepted : January 31, 2026
Published : June 26, 2026
Abstract
Effective stress management is crucial for students’ mental health, academic success, and overall well-being, particularly for those residing in university hostels. Hostel life, while offering opportunities for social interaction and independence, also exposes students to various stressors such as academic pressure, adjustment issues, homesickness, and time management challenges. To examine students’ perceptions of stress management, a structured survey was conducted using a Google Form among 40 students belonging to different academic programmes at GBPUA&T, Pantnagar. The questionnaire was designed to assess key aspects including major sources of stress, coping strategies adopted by students, academic workload, availability of social support, and overall mental well-being. The collected data were analysed using descriptive statistical methods to identify prevailing trends and patterns. The findings of the study indicate that although a majority of students attempt to manage stress through self-care practices, peer support, and participation in extracurricular activities, a considerable number of students continue to experience high levels of stress. Academic pressure, homesickness, and difficulties in managing time emerged as major stress-inducing factors. The study underscores the need for strengthening institutional support systems, including the provision of accessible counselling services, regular stress management workshops, and mental health awareness programmes. Such initiatives can play a significant role in enhancing students’ coping abilities and improving the overall quality of student life in the hostels of Pantnagar University.
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Arpita S. Kandpal, Seijal Gahlan. Stress Behind the Hostel Walls: Students’ Perception of Stress Management. Ind. J Biol 2026; 13(1): 07-11.
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| December 29, 2025 | January 31, 2026 | June 26, 2026 |
DOI: https://doi.org/10.21088/ijb.2394.1391.13126.1
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| Received | December 29, 2025 |
| Accepted | January 31, 2026 |
| Published | June 26, 2026 |
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