Level of Atychiphobia (Fear of Failure) among Undergraduate Students in Mirpur and its Impact on their Academic Achievements

Abstract

The present study investigated the level of atychiphobia (fear of failure) and its impact on the academic achievements of undergraduate students in Mirpur, AJK using ex-post-facto research design. A 26-items dichotomous scaled questionnaire was administered to 380 randomly selected students of Mirpur University of Science and Technology (MUST) and one of its affiliated college (N=15,174). It was found that 81.6% of students experienced a high level of atychiphobia. However, the regression analysis showed that there is a significant positive impact (B = 3.134, p < 0.001) of atychiphobia on the academic achievements of undergraduate students in Mirpur, AJK. These results, while challenging the common beliefs about harmful effects of fear of failure, suggest that atychiphobia may serve as motivational factor for undergraduate students in the region. The study highlighted the need for supportive strategies that help students manage their fears productively.