📄 Abstract
Early academic pressure has emerged as a major psychological concern for school children, particularly in countries like India where academic achievement is culturally valued as a pathway to social mobility and success. This research paper examines the levels of early academic pressure experienced by school-aged children and analyses its effects on stress, anxiety, and emotional well-being. Drawing upon empirical findings, developmental theories, and educational psychology, the paper explores how excessive expectations, competitive learning environments, parental aspirations, and high-stakes examinations influence children’s mental health. The study reveals that early academic pressure significantly contributes to elevated stress, heightened anxiety symptoms, and declining emotional balance among children aged 6–16. The paper concludes by emphasizing the need for child-friendly educational reforms, parental awareness programs, and institutional mental health interventions to support holistic development.
🏷️ Keywords
📚 How to Cite:
Swamy Shaganti , PSYCHOLOGICAL CONSEQUENCES OF EARLY ACADEMIC PRESSURE: A STUDY ON STRESS, ANXIETY, AND EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING IN SCHOOL CHILDREN IN INDIA , Volume 10 , Issue 12, December 2025, EPRA International Journal of Research & Development (IJRD) , Pages: 10 - 14 ,