Twelfth Grade Students’ psychological problems: A field study in Erbil city

Abstract

The aims of this research are attempting to scientifically pointing out the psychological problems that twelfth grade students encounter. The research is based on a quantitative research methodology, using a questionnaire in Erbil city. The research was conducted from 11 April to 15 Sep. 2020. The research sample consisted of 383 students from schools (public and private). The research findings illustrate that twelfth graders experience some psychological problems such as (Fear of Twelfth grade exams, Fear of twelve grade class and not passing with high marks, stress due to final exams questions style, and fear of failure and getting behind in education).