Perceived Effects of Peer Pressure to Academic Performance: A Correlational Study
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This study looked at how peer pressure affected students' grades, concentrating on how their friends affected their study habits and overall school experiences. The study used a correlational research methodology and included 36 junior high school students from Assumpta School of Tagum, Incorporated. We conducted surveys and questionnaires to find out how pupils dealt with peer pressure. The results showed that there was a strong link between peer pressure and academic success. Peer pressure that was positive made pupils do things that helped them in school, such studying in groups. On the other hand, negative peer pressure made students skip more school and do things that were dangerous and hurt their academic progress. Statistical tests, including Pearson correlation coefficients, showed that students who thought they were under more peer pressure did worse in school. The study ended with suggestions for teachers and legislators to create learning settings that encourage good peer influences while reducing bad peer pressures. This would help students do better in school and be healthier overall.
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