Sources of Psychological Stress among Postgraduate (Master's) Students in Physical Education and Coping Strategies.

Abstract

This research aims to identify the sources of psychological stress among postgraduate (Master’s level) physical education students and the strategies they employ to cope with it. A descriptive survey method was used, and a questionnaire was administered to a sample of 267 male and female students specializing in physical education at the Master’s level. The results revealed that the primary stressors facing students were those related to material and human obstacles hindering the completion of their theses, followed by pressures associated with academic preparation, and subsequently, the challenges of selecting research topics. The study recommends reducing the financial costs associated with postgraduate studies, including Master’s thesis preparation fees, the prices of books and reference materials, and all other expenses related to postgraduate education.