THE CORRELATION BETWEEN PARENTAL EXPECTATIONS AND THE ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS OF GRADE 12 ABM LEARNERS
Keywords:
parental expectations, academic achievement, parent-child relationship, student performance, academic pressure, mental health, supportive home environment, stress, depression, positive correlation, purposive sampling, grade 12 abm learners, parentalAbstract
This research paper examines the correlation between parental expectations and the academic achievements of Grade 12 ABM learners. The study aims to explore how parental expectations influence students' academic performance, particularly in the context of close and supportive parent-child relationships. Additionally, it investigates how fostering a nurturing home environment can help students reach their full potential. Lastly, the research examines whether excessive parental pressure leads to overwhelming stress and potential mental health issues, which may hinder students from performing at their best academically." Purposive sampling was used to carefully select the respondents for this study. A total of 85 Grade 12 ABM students and 85 of their parents (either mother or father) were chosen, resulting in a total population of 170 participants." The results indicated a positive correlation between parental expectations and students' academic achievements, suggesting that higher parental expectations are associated with better academic performance." This study concludes that while parental expectations can positively influence academic achievement, excessive pressure may have adverse effects on students' well-being. It highlights the importance of fostering a supportive and encouraging environment rather than imposing undue stress on children regarding their academic performance."
