• PARMAR VARSHA JIVABHAI
• DR. YAGNESH B. PUROHIT

This research article explores the impact of frustration on academic achievement among class 10 students in secondary schools of Madhya Gujarat. Academic success, while often viewed through the lens of cognitive abilities and instructional quality, is also significantly influenced by emotional and psychological factors. The study employed a descriptive survey method, collecting data from a stratified sample of Gujarati medium class 10 students across urban and rural schools. Standardized tools were used to measure levels of frustration, and academic achievement was assessed through students’ official examination scores. The study examined the influence of independent variables such as gender, area of residence, and type of school on the dependent variables frustration and academic achievement. Findings revealed a significant inverse relationship between frustration and academic achievement, indicating that higher frustration levels are associated with lower academic performance. The analysis also highlighted differences based on gender and school type. The study concludes that emotional well-being plays a critical role in shaping academic outcomes and suggests the need for psychological support systems within schools to help students manage frustration effectively. This research contributes to the growing body of knowledge on the emotional dimensions of academic performance and provides valuable insights for educators, counselors, and policymakers seeking to foster supportive learning environments.

Frustration, Academic Achievement, Class 10 Students, Secondary Education, Emotional Factors, Gujarat, Gender Differences, Urban-Rural Schools

"A Psychological Study on Frustration and Academic Achievement among Class 10 Students in Secondary Schools of Madhya Gujarat", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 7, page no.h63-h71, July-2025, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2507709.pdf

"A Psychological Study on Frustration and Academic Achievement among Class 10 Students in Secondary Schools of Madhya Gujarat", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 7, page no. pph63-h71, July-2025, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2507709.pdf