Academic and environmental stress among undergraduate and graduate college students: a literature review

Abstract

This study is a review of literature and a critical analysis of stress among undergraduate and graduate college students. The two populations that were investigated were undergraduate and graduate students. This review of literature examined various academic, interpersonal, and environmental stressors. This study determined the major sources of stress for undergraduate and graduate students. Some of the areas that were investigated were the stressors that students are encountering; how they handle various stressors, and ways students manage stressors. This area of study is important because both populations are undergoing multiple life changes. This life change can add a strenuous amount of stress on a student. Investigating the different areas where stress occurs can help students learn ways to cope with their stress.