Education is often hailed as the cornerstone of a prosperous future, but for many students, particularly those in challenging environments, academic success remains elusive. In Osogbo, Nigeria, academically frustrated students face significant hurdles in their pursuit of education, manifesting in poor performance and low resilience. A recent study by Adetola O. Adeyemi, Ph.D., and Oluwaferanmi A. Adufe examines the impact of future-directed therapy (FDT) on enhancing academic resilience among these students.
Academic frustration among students is a pervasive issue that affects their ability to succeed. This frustration stems from multiple sources, including stress from examinations, poor time management, and lack of support from teachers and peers. These students often exhibit behaviors such as absenteeism, poor performance, and a general lack of engagement in academic activities.
In Osogbo, the problem is particularly acute. Reports show a consistent decline in students' performance in the West African Examination Council (WAEC) exams over the past nine years, with scores frequently below 50 percent. This decline........