Archive:: Psychology and Behavioral Sciences:: Science Publishing Group

Volume 13, Issue 4, August 2024

Research Article
Social Phobia in Undergraduate University Students in Oman: Prevalence and Correlates with Academic Achievement and Personal Characteristics

Maryam Al Ghafri, Khalid Al Nassri^*

Issue: Volume 13, Issue 4, August 2024

Pages: 88-95

Received: 3 July 2024

Accepted: 22 July 2024

Published: 6 August 2024

DOI: 10.11648/j.pbs.20241304.11

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Abstract: Background: Social Anxiety disorder (SAD) is common worldwide. However, data from Oman is deficient. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of social phobia among undergraduate university students in Oman and investigate its relationship with the subjects’ academic performance and personal characteristics. Methodology: Using a cross-sectional... Show More

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Research Article
The Effect of Stress on the Academic Performance of School-Going Adolescents in Central Monrovia, Liberia

Anthony Ntem^*

Issue: Volume 13, Issue 4, August 2024

Pages: 96-105

Received: 22 March 2024

Accepted: 12 June 2024

Published: 15 August 2024

DOI: 10.11648/j.pbs.20241304.12

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Abstract: The current study aimed to examine the effect of stress on the academic performance of school-going adolescents. For this study, a sample of 60 adolescents ranging in the age group of 12 to 19 years were randomly selected from five secondary schools (J. J. Roberts United Methodist School, Monrovia College, William V. S. Tubman High School, St. Pete... Show More

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Research Article
The Mediating Roles of Beauty Ideals and Upward Comparison in Social Media’s Influence on Body Image Anxiety Among Chinese High School Students

Zhaowei Zhou, Yixuan Dong^*

Issue: Volume 13, Issue 4, August 2024

Pages: 106-110

Received: 3 July 2024

Accepted: 19 August 2024

Published: 20 August 2024

DOI: 10.11648/j.pbs.20241304.13

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Abstract: This comprehensive study delves into the intricate relationship between problematic social media use and the escalating issue of body image anxiety among Chinese high school students. By meticulously analyzing the roles of beauty ideal internalization and upward social comparison as critical mediating factors, the research uncovers a troubling patt... Show More

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