EXPLORING THE TECHNIQUES ABOUT COPING STRESS OF UNIVERSITY TEACHERS IN ACADEMIC ENVIRONMENT

Abstract

This study examines the intricate landscape of stress coping mechanisms employed by university faculty, focusing upon evaluating, mitigating, and understanding the challenges within their academic milieu. So, this study aimed to examine these factors by targeting the lecturers, assistant and associate professors, and professors hailing from different universities. By using quantitative approach, survey was used by furnishing questionnaires aimed at objectives of the current study using a Likert scale. Unanimously, purpose of study is to determine coping strategies to overcome academic stress. The research also evaluates the main stressors & their repercussions on physical health of faculty members. Findings highlight major stressors: student behaviors, administrative interdependence, and inter-colleague bonding. Time management emerges as the critical issue. Coping strategies commonly adopted include spending quality time with family and friends, engaging in shopping, and avoiding stress-inducing activities. The study comprehends well-being of university faculty members and improves the academic environment.