The International Journal of Counselling Psychology and Human Development (blind peer review Multi-disciplinary bi-annual journal) published by the Department of Guidance and Counselling of Taraba State University, Jalingo. It publishes empirical and theoretical articles from Counselling Psychology, all fields in education and human development.
EFFECT OF LOGO THERAPY ON PERCEPTION OF SUBSTANCE ABUSE AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN TARABA STATE, NIGERIA
Substance abuse among secondary school students in Taraba State, Nigeria, has emerged as a critical public health and educational concern with far-reaching consequences for academic performance, psychological well-being, and social functioning. This study examined the effect of Logo therapy on perception of substance abuse among secondary school students in Taraba State, Nigeria. Two specific objectives guided the study: to determine the effect of Logo therapy on the perception of substance abuse among secondary school students, and to determine its effect according to gender. A quasi-experimental pre-test post-test on treatment and control groups design was adopted. A sample of 100 secondary school students participated in the study. The Perception of Substance Abuse Questionnaire (POSAQ) was used as the instrument for data collection. The instrument recorded a Cronbach alpha reliability coefficient of 0.851. Data were analyzed using paired samples t-test and independent samples t-test at 0.05 level of significance. Results revealed that Logo therapy had a significant effect on the perception of substance abuse among secondary school students (t = 36.297, df = 99, p < .05), but there was no significant difference in the effect of Logo therapy on perception of substance abuse according to gender (t = 1.006, df = 98, p > .05). It was concluded that Logo therapy is a potent psychological intervention for reshaping students' perception of substance abuse irrespective of gender. It was recommended that school counsellors in Taraba State integrate Logo therapy into their guidance and counselling programmes to address substance abuse prevention among adolescents
COUNSELLING IMPLICATIONS OF SOCIO-CULTURAL VALUES ON ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS’ STUDENTS IN MATHEMATICS IN SARDAUNA EDUCATION ZONE, TARABA STATE, NIGERIA
This study investigated the counselling implications of socio-cultural values on Academic performance of senior secondary schools’ students in mathematics in Sardauna Education Zone, Taraba State, Nigeria. The study was guided by two objectives, two research questions, and two null hypotheses. The study adopted a descriptive survey design. The total population of this study was 4917 students from twenty eight (28) public senior secondary schools in Sardauna education zone Taraba state, Nigeria. A sample size for this study was 400 students who were selected from fifteen public senior secondary schools. The instrument used for data collection was “Students’ Socio-Cultural Values Questionnaire (SSVQ).” A reliability coefficient of 0.76 was obtained using Cronbach Alpha method. Data collected was analyzed using mean and standard deviation to answer the research questions while inferential statistics of Linear Regression was used to test the hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. Findings of this study revealed that all the socio-cultural values considered in this study which include Cultural, Educational, Moral and Social value impact on students’ academic performance in mathematics. Also, the study revealed that there was significant impact of socio-cultural values on students’ academic performance in mathematics. The study concluded that socio-cultural values impact on students’ academic performance in mathematics. Based on the findings, the researcher recommended that Mathematics teachers, parents and all who come in contact with the students should encourage them to develop more positive attitude towards Mathematics.
INFLUENCE OF COUNSELLING SERVICE ON PERSONA-SOCIAL FACTORS OF MATE SELECTION AMONG UNDERGRADUATES’ STUDENTS IN JALINGO EDUCATION ZONE, TARABA STATE.
This paper investigated the Influence of counselling service on persona-social factors of mate selection among undergraduates’ students in Jalingo Education Zone, Taraba State. Two research questions guided the study and two hypotheses were formulated and tested at 0.05 level of significance. The study adopted descriptive survey design. The population of the study is 10,097 students drawn from four state public tertiary educational institutions in Taraba State. The sample size for this study is 370. A Self-developed structured questionnaire titled ‘Influence of counselling service on persona-social factors on mate selection questionnaire (ICSPSMSQ) was used for data collection. The reliability of the instrument was obtained using Cronbach-Alpha and yielded a reliability coefficient of 0.779 Descriptive statistics of mean, and standard deviation were used to answer the research questions, while a Chi-square goodness of fit was used to test the hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. The findings revealed that cultural factors and educational factors are highly Influential on mate selection among undergraduate students in Jalingo Education Zone, Taraba State, Nigeria. It was concluded that cultural and educational factors significantly influence mate selection among undergraduates. The study recommends that Youths should receive counselling on cultural and educational factors of mate selection before making decision on their choice of mate.
Effect of Logotherapy on Students’ Attitude Towards Academic Activities Among Senior Secondary School Students in Zing Education Zone, Taraba State, Nigeria
The study investigated the effect of Logotherapy on attitudes towards academic activities among Senior Secondary School students in Zing Education Zone, Taraba State, Nigeria. Specifically, the study examined the effect of Logotherapy on students’ class attendance, homework, and academic activities based on gender. The study adopted a quasi-experimental research design, employing a pre-test, post-test treatment group approach. The population comprised of all Senior Secondary School II (SSS II) students in public schools in the zone, from which a sample of thirty (30) students was selected using purposive sampling technique, based on their pre-test scores on attitudes toward academic activities. Data were collected using a researcher-developed Students’ Attitude Towards Academic Activities Questionnaire (SATAAQ), which demonstrated high reliability (Cronbach Alpha = 0.81). The intervention consisted of twelve Logotherapy sessions conducted over six weeks, focusing on meaning in education, responsibility, class attendance, test anxiety, group work, homework, and personal growth. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics (mean and standard deviation) and inferential statistics, including paired sample t-tests for hypotheses without gender considerations and independent sample t-tests for gender-based hypotheses, all at 0.05 significance level. The study provides empirical evidence on the effectiveness of Logotherapy in improving students’ attitudes towards academic activities and offers insights for educational psychologists, teachers, and school administrators seeking to enhance student engagement and performance through meaning-centered interventions.
EFFECTS OF ICT ON TEACHING AND LEARNING OF SOCIAL STUDIES IN JALINGO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, TARABA STATE.
This study examined the effects of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) on the teaching and learning of Social Studies in secondary schools within Jalingo Local Government Area, Taraba State, Nigeria. Guided by the Constructivist and Behaviourist Learning Theories, the research investigates how ICT tools influence both teaching strategies and student learning outcomes. The study employed a survey research design, using structured questionnaires to collect data from teachers and students in selected secondary schools, ensuring a diverse representation across urban and rural settings. The sample size was determined using multistage random sampling techniques, ensuring the inclusion of various class levels and subject categories. Data were analyzed through descriptive statistics (frequencies, percentages, and means while using inferential statistics of chi square to test the hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. The findings indicate that ICT resources are available and utilized in Jalingo secondary schools, enhancing teaching and learning processes. However, challenges such as teachers' limited ICT expertise and lack of confidence in using these tools hinder their full potential. The study recommends that teachers undergo further ICT training to boost their proficiency and confidence, schools should invest in modern ICT resources, and efforts should be made to make ICT tools more engaging for students, thereby improving participation and learning outcomes.
Relationship of Extraversion, Agreeableness and Entrepreneurial Self-Efficacy among Undergraduate Students of Universities in Northwestern Nigeria
This work investigated the Relationship of Extraversion, Agreeableness and Entrepreneurial Self-Efficacy among Undergraduate Students of Universities in Northwestern Nigeria. Correlational research design was adopted. The population of this study was made up of thirty-four thousand and eighty-six (34,086) 300L undergraduate students in the seven (7) federal universities in Northwestern Nigeria. From the population of 34,086, the sample of 381 undergraduate students was drawn as recommended by research advisor (2006). Two instruments were used for this study. The instruments were Big Five Personality Inventory (BFI) and Entrepreneurial Self-Efficacy Inventory. The reliability measures were determined by the use of Cronbach’s Alpha to established the internal consistency of the instrument. Big Five Personality Inventory had a reliability coefficient of .686 while Entrepreneurial Self-Efficacy Inventory had .896. Data collected were analyzed using inferential statistics. Specifically, Pearson Product Moment Correlation (r) was used to test all the hypotheses. The hypotheses were tested at 0.05 alpha level of significance. Finding revealed that significant positive relationship exists between extraversion and entrepreneurial self-efficacy (r = .363, p = .000); and agreeableness and entrepreneurial self-efficacy (r = .342, p = .000). The study concluded that significant positive relationship exists among extraversion, agreeableness with entrepreneurial self efficacy. It was recommended that: Psychologists, Counsellors and teachers should sensitize students on personality trait, self-efficacy to enhance entrepreneurial skills and interest of the students in their academic endeavours; Universities should emphasize the importance of collaboration and teamwork in academic and entrepreneurial endeavors, as agreeableness is positively associated with both entrepreneurial self-efficacy and entrepreneurial interest
Effect Of Think-Pair-Share Cooperative Learning Strategies on Academic Performance and Attitude Towards Civic Education Among Senior Secondary School Students In Dutsin-Ma Quality Assurance, Katsina State, Nigeria
The study investigated the Effect of think-pair-share Cooperative Learning Strategies on Academic Performance and Attitude towards Civic Education among Senior Secondary School Students in Dutsin-Ma Quality Assurance, Katsina State, Nigeria. The study was guided with two research questions, hypotheses. The study employed pre-test post-test quasi-experimental research design with the population of 712 students and the sample of 20 SS 2 of GPSS Yarima Dutsin-Ma who were teacher identified with poor academic performance and negative attitude towards Civic Education were purposively selected. The instruments used for data collection at the pre-test and posttest in the study were Civic Education Performance Test and Attitude towards Civic Education Scale. The performance test has 50 questions based on the second term scheme of work while the attitude scale has 30 items measured on five point-likert scale which was validated by professionals in the department of Educational Psychology and Counselling, faculty of education Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. The reliability coefficient of Attitude scale has .871 as established using Cronbach Alpha. Data were collected at the pre, treatment and post-test respectively. The data collected were analyzed with paired sample t-test using SPSS version 26. Findings of the study revealed that; there was significant effect of think-pair-share on academic performance of students in Civic Education(t= 17.095, p = .000); there was significant effect of think-pair-share on attitudes of students towards Civic Education (t= 5.228, p = .000), Based on the finding of the study it was concluded that think- pair-share cooperative learning strategy have significant effect on academic performance and attitude towards Civic Education and that jigsaw was more effective on academic performance and attitude. It was recommended that Educational psychologists and counsellors should be encouraged to use think-pair-share cooperative learning strategy in enhancing poor academic performance and addressing negative attitude of senior secondary school students towards Civic Education.
STUDY HABIT AND ACADEMIC ADJUSTMENT AS CORRELATES OF ACADEMIC STRESS AMONG STUDENTS OF TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS
This study investigated Study Habit and Academic Adjustment as correlates of Academic stress among students of tertiary institutions in Taraba State, Nigeria. This research work adopted a correlational research design. The population for this study was 44,546 students of public tertiary institutions out of which three hundred and ninety four (394) were selected through stratified proportionate random sampling and participated in the study. The instruments for data collection were structured questionnaires titled Study Habit and Academic Adjustment Questionnaire (SHAAQ) and Academic Stress Questionnaire (ASQ). The instruments (SHAAQ and ASQ) were subjected to face and content validity. The reliability of the instrument was established using Cronbach alpha which yielded 0.78 and 0.74 reliability index respectively. Pearson Product Moment Correlation (PPMC) was used to test the hypotheses. Findings from the study show that there was significant relationship between Study Habit and Academic Stress among students of tertiary Institution in Taraba State, the relationship between Academic Adjustment and Academic Stress among students of tertiary Institution in Taraba State was also significant; It was recommended among others, that students should be encouraged to establish consistent study routines, break down tasks into smaller, manageable steps, and seek help when needed.
Influence of Financial Planning and Welfare Provisions on the Psychological Wellbeing of Teachers in Public Secondary Schools in Wukari Education Zone Taraba State
This study investigated the Influence of financial planning and welfare provisions on the psychological wellbeing of teachers in public secondary schools in Wukari Education Zone, Taraba State. The study adopted a Descriptive Survey research design. The population comprised 1,204 public secondary school teachers across six local government areas, from which a sample of 300 respondents was selected using Taro Yamane’s formula at a 5% margin of error. A stratified random sampling technique ensured proportional representation from each local government. Data were collected using a structured and expert-validated questionnaire. A pilot study was conducted, and the instrument’s reliability was confirmed with a Cronbach’s alpha coefficient of 0.83. Linear regression was used to analyze data and test the hypotheses. The findings revealed that financial planning had a significant positive influence on the psychological wellbeing of teachers, as indicated by a Beta value of 0.592. Welfare provisions also significantly predicted psychological wellbeing, with a Beta value of 0.638. While respondents acknowledged the positive roles of financial planning and welfare provisions, they also expressed dissatisfaction with delayed salaries and lack of involvement in welfare-related decisions. The study concludes that effective financial planning and participatory welfare provisions are crucial for enhancing teachers' psychological wellbeing. It recommends the implementation of financial planning programs and inclusive welfare policies to support teachers’ mental health and professional effectiveness.
EFFECT OF BIOCENTRIC COUNSELLING ON AWARENESS OF SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTIONS AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN JALINGO EDUCATION ZONE.
This Research investigated the effect of Biocentric Counselling on awareness of sexually transmitted infections among secondary school students in Jalingo Education Zone. Two research Objectives guided the study and two Hypotheses were formulated and tested at 0.05 level of significance. The study adopted one group of non-randomized pre-test/post-test quasi experimental design. The population of the study was 3,116 secondary school students from the 45 Public Secondary Schools in Jalingo Education Zone. The sample size of the study was fifty (50) SS II students selected from senior secondary schools in Jalingo Education Zone, consisting of 25 male and 25 female drawn purposively from one (1) secondary school. The instrument for data collection was a self-developed structured questionnaire, titled ‘Awareness on Sexually Transmitted Infection Questionnaire (ASTIQ). It was arranged in two sections A and B, comprising of thirty items. Section A elicited information on the bio data of the respondents. Section B contained items of the research questions variables and it was divided in to four cluster 1,2,3 and 4. The ASTIQ was duly validated by three experts in the Faculty of Education, Taraba State University, Jalingo. The reliability of the ASTIQ was obtained by subjecting the ASTIQ to a pilot test and it yielded a reliability coefficient of 0.779. The data collected were analysed. Inferential statistics of paired-sample t-test was used to test the hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. The findings of the study findings revealed that after the treatment participant appear to be more aware of sexually transmitted infections. The counselling appears to have a similar impact on awareness of sexually transmitted infections across gender. It was recommended that Government should encourage the training of more counsellors to handle problems relating to awareness of sexually transmitted infections, workshops and seminars in counselling should be organized often, in order to acquaint both the teachers and students on awareness of sexually transmitted infections and Counsellors, psychologists and other professionals working in school settings should create special programmes for students with problem on the awareness of sexually transmitted infections.
ATTITUDE, SELF-CONCEPT AND CAREER CHOICE AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN TARABA STATE NIGERIA
This study investigated attitude, self-concept and career choice among secondary school students in Jalingo education zone, Taraba State, Nigeria. Two research purposes and two hypotheses guided the study. The study work adopted a correlational research design. The population for this study was 9,807 public secondary school students out of which 384 students were sample through mutlti-stage sampling procedure. The instrument for data collection was a structured questionnaires titled “Students’ Attitudes, Self-Concept and Career Choice Questionnaire” (SASCQ). The instrument (SASCQ) was subjected to face and content validity. The reliability of the instrument was established using Cronbach alpha which yielded 0.71 reliability index. Pearson’s Product Moment Correlation (PPMC) was used to test the hypotheses. Findings revealed there is a significant positive relationship between students’ attitudes and career choice (r =0.347, p<0.000). There is also a significant positive relationship between self-concept and career choice (r = 0.343, p < 0.000). It was concluded that both students’ attitudes and self-concept have a significant positive correlation with career choices among secondary school students in the Jalingo education zone of Taraba State, Nigeria. It was recommended that Schools should implement comprehensive career guidance and counseling programs to help students develop a clear understanding of their interests, abilities, and career goals.
ROLE OF SCHOOL COUNSELLORS IN PROMOTING MENTAL HEALTH AND WELL-BEING AMONG ADOLESCENTS
This paper explores the pivotal role of school counsellors in promoting mental health and well being among adolescents. As primary agents within educational settings, counsellors are uniquely positioned to address the psychological needs of students, facilitate early intervention, and foster resilience. The paper examines the various strategies employed by school counsellors, including individual counselling, group sessions, and mental health education, highlighting their effectiveness in enhancing students' emotional and social competencies. It also discusses the challenges faced, such as limited resources, stigma surrounding mental health, and inadequate training, which may hinder the delivery of comprehensive support. Conversely, the paper identifies opportunities for strengthening the role of school counsellors through policy development, professional development programs, and collaboration with families and community services. Ultimately, the study underscores the critical importance of integrating mental health initiatives within school environments and empowering counsellors to create supportive spaces that promote adolescents' mental well-being, summary, conclusion and recommendation were also made.
INFLUENCE OF SOCIOECONOMIC VARIABLES ON SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS' CAREER CHOICES
This study investigated the influence of socio-economic variables which are family background, family income and peer group on career choice of secondary school students in Taraba State, Nigeria. This research work adopted descriptive survey research design. The population for this study was 2,247 students out of which a total of three hundred and twenty-seven (327) students from public secondary schools in Takum Education Zone, Taraba State were drawn through multistage sampling. The instrument for data collection was a structured questionnaire titled Career Choice Questionnaire (CCQ). The items of CCQ were subjected to face and content validity. The reliability of the instrument was established using Cronbach alpha. The reliability coefficient obtained was 0.71. Chi-square statistics was used to test the hypotheses formulated. Findings from the study show that there was significant influence of Family background, Family income, and Peer group on students’ career choice. The study recommended that parents irrespective of their economic background and occupation should properly guide their children in the areas of career choice; Students should be educated and guided by school counselors and teachers on the potential influence of peer, helping them critically evaluate the advice they received from their friends, empower them to prioritize their own values and choice over peer conformity.
IMPACT OF ENVIRONMENT ON GIRL-CHILD EDUCATION IN NUMAN EDUCATION ZONE ADAMAWA STATE NIGERIA.
This paper investigated the Impact of Environment on Girl-Child Education in Numan Education Zone Adamawa State Nigeria two research objectives guided the study and two research hypotheses were formulated and tested at 0.05 level of significance. The study adopted descriptive survey design. The population of the study was5,323 comprising of 4,450 SSS II female students and 873 female teachers from public senior secondary schools in Numan education zone, Adamawa State. The sample size for the study is three hundred and sixty-eight (368) respondents (Teachers and students). Using simple random sampling technique. Self-developed structured questionnaire, titled ‘Environmental Factors Affecting Girl-child Education questionnaire (EFAGCEQ) was used for the study. The instrument was duly validated by three experts in the Faculty of Education, Taraba State University, Jalingo. The reliability of the instrument was obtained using Cronbach-Alpha and yielded a reliability coefficient of 0.75. Chi-square goodness of fit was used to test the hypotheses. The findings revealed that socio-economic factors influences girl child education in Numan education zone Impact of socio-cultural factors on girl child education in Numan education zone Adamawa state is high, Based on the findings of the study, it is concluded that Education is an essential tool to national development Improving the educational status of the citizenry through the girl child education presents enormous potentials for wealth creation and reducing poverty. The study recommends that the law makers in conjunction with traditional authorities should enact by-laws to sanction parents who deny school going age females the opportunity to enroll or further their education, Existing by- laws should be strengthened to sanction culprits, The ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection in collaboration with the law makers should conduct mobilization/sensitization on the importance of female Education. Cultural practices and entrenched beliefs that continue to be barriers to education should be addressed through sensitization programmes, education and community involvement in larger scale to address the situation.
INFLUENCE OF PSYCHOSOCIAL VARIABLES ON MARITAL WELL-BEING AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHERS IN TAKUM EDUCATION ZONE, TARABA STATE, NIGERIA
This study investigated the influence of psychosocial variables on marital well-being among secondary school teachers in Takum education zone, Taraba state. The study was guided by two specific objectives and two null hypotheses. The population of the study was 354 teachers. A simple random sampling was used and a sample size of 186 was drawn using krejcie and Morgan sample table. The instrument used for Data Collection was questionnaire titled ‘Psychosocial Variables on Marital Well-being questionnaire’ (PVMWQ)’. A reliability coefficient of 0.79 was obtained using Cronbach Alpha method. Data collected were analyzed using inferential statistics of Chi-square goodness of fit. Findings of the study revealed that there is significant influence of emotional variables on marital well-being among secondary school teachers in Takum education zone. It was also found that there is significant influence of interpersonal relationship on marital well-being of teachers. The study recommends that, school administrators should employ the services of counsellors to interface with married teachers on their psychosocial variables or supports such as emotional and interpersonal variable. The work concluded that there is significant influence of psychosocial variables on marital well-being of secondary school teachers.
PRINCIPALS' PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS AND MANAGEMENT OF STUDENTS' DISCIPLINE IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN JALINGO EDUCATION ZONE, TARABA STATE, NIGERIA.
The study examined the Principals’ Personal characteristics and Management of students’ discipline in secondary schools in Jalingo Education Zone, Taraba State, Nigeria. The study adopted a descriptive survey design. The population of the study consisted of 5,797 teachers in secondary schools in Jalingo Education zone Taraba state. A stratified random sampling was used. The sample size of 380 teachers was obtained using Taro Yamane (1967). The instrument adopted for the collection of data was a questionnaire Title “Principals’ Personal Characteristics and students discipline Questionnaire (PPCSDQ)”. The instrument was subjected to validation by 3 experts in faculty of Education. Taraba state University, Jalingo. The reliability coefficient of 0.85 was obtained using Cronbach Alpha method and the internal consistency was high, as evidenced by this coefficient. Descriptive statistics such as mean, standard deviation, and percentages were used to answer the research questions while the hypotheses were tested using chi-square statistical analysis. The results were computed using Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS). The findings of the study revealed that there is significant influence of principals’ administrative experience in managing student discipline effectively in secondary schools in Jalingo Education Zone. Based on the findings of the study, the study recommended that Schools should prioritize candidates with relevant qualifications and extensive administrative experience when selecting principals. This will ensure that the selected individuals have the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively handle disciplinary issues.
Effect of Assertive Training on Social Anxiety Among Senior Secondary School of Giwa Educational Zona Kaduna State.
This study investigated the effect of assertive training on social anxiety among senior Secondary school students in Giwa Educational Zone Kaduna state, Nigeria Pre-test post-test quasi experimental treatment design was used. A sample of forty students was selected purposefully from three co-educational secondary schools out of a population of one hundred and forty-five (145) students with social anxiety disorder in five (5) secondary schools. The treatment group was exposed to assertive training for six weeks. The instruments used (severity measure for social disorder (social phobia) - child age 11-17 years) and (adult), were validated by experts for data collection. Two objective were formulated to guide the study and two null hypotheses tested at 0.05 alpha level of significance using t-test. The findings revealed that there was significant effect of assertive training on anxiety among secondary school students. and that there was no significant differential effect of assertive training on account of the students' gender. It was recommended that assertive training should be adopted by school counsellors and psychologists to reduce the level of social anxiety disorder among secondary school students irrespective of their gender. Assertive training technique should be used for the treatment of both male and female students with social anxiety disorder.
EFFECT OF ADLERIAN COUNSELLING THERAPY ON STEALING MALADAPTIVE BEHAVIOUR OF SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN LALINGO EDUCATION ZONE, TARABA STATE.
The study investigated the effect of Adlerian counselling therapy on maladaptive behaviours of secondary school students in Jalingo Education Zone Taraba State, Nigeria. Two research questions and two hypotheses were formulated and tested at 0.05 significance level. The study adopted quasi-experimental design. The study target population was 2,283 SS2 students, while the sample of the study comprises 60 SS2 students (male and female) drawn from the public secondary school in the Zone who exhibited maladaptive behaviour of stealing. Maladaptive Behaviour Inventory questionnaire (MBIQ) consist of 20 items were used for data collection for the study. The reliability of MBIQ was established using Cronbach Alpha, an index of 0.82 was obtained. The MBIQ was validated by three experts of different area of specialization all from Faculty of Education Taraba State University, Jalingo. The two research questions were answered using descriptive statistics of mean and standard deviation, while inferential statistics of t-test (paired samples and independent samples) was used to test the two null hypotheses. From the analyzed data findings revealed that: there was significant effect of Adlerian counselling therapy on stealing maladaptive behaviour of secondary school students in Jalingo Education Zone Taraba State, Nigeria. There was no significant difference in the mean effect of Adlerian counselling therapy on stealing between male and female secondary school students in Jalingo Education Zone Taraba State, Nigeria. It was concluded that Adlerian therapy had significantly reduces stealing behaviour among secondary school students in Jalingo Education Zone Taraba State, Nigeria. The Adlerian counselling therapy is gender friendly. The study recommends among others that school counsellors, teachers, psychologists should improve in using Adlerin Therapy when dealing with behaviour related cases.
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EFFECT OF COGNITIVE BEHAVIOURAL THERAPY ON MENSTRUAL HYGIENE AND REPRODUCTIVES HEALTH AWARENESS AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL GIRLS IN JALINGO EDUCATION ZONE, TARABA STATE NIGERIA.
This research examined the Effect of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy on Menstrual Hygiene and Reproductive Health Awareness Among Secondary School girls in Jalingo Education Zone, Taraba state, Nigeria. Two objectives and two research questions were formulated to guide the study with corresponding hypotheses tested at 0.05 level of significance. Quasi experimental design of one group pre-test and post-test treatment were adopted for the study. The target population of the study consisted of 93 SSII girls (Senior Secondary School class II) out of which 72 girls were selected as sample size for the study. The selection was based on scoring of instrument after conducting a pretest. The research instrument used for data collection was titled: Menstrual hygiene and reproductive health awareness questionnaire (MENRHAQ). Cronbach Alpha coefficient was used to determine the reliability of instrument and coefficient of 0.93 was obtained. The face and content validity of the instrument were confirmed by three experts from faculty of education, Taraba state University Jalingo. The selected student underwent an eight session of CBT which lasted 45 minutes for each session. Descriptive statistics of mean and standard deviation were used to answer research questions, while inferential statistics of paired sample t-test were used to test the null hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. Findings of the study reveals that CBT was effective in increasing awareness on menstrual hygiene and reproductive health among secondary school girls in Jalingo Education Zone, Taraba state, Nigeria. This was evident by the result of the study after CBT intervention where the average post-test score for menstrual misconception dropped to 2.02 from 2.57 pretest before intervention. Also CBT was effective in reducing menstrual stigmatization as shown by the result for menstrual stigmatization where the post-test mean score dropped to 2.32 from 2.65 mean score before intervention (pretest). The researchers recommend that counsellors, school health educators and teachers should be encouraged to use CBT as a counselling technique to help secondary school girls overcome menstrual misconceptions and stigmatization birthed from cultural, traditional and religious beliefs. Also CBT should be used in creating or increasing awareness on topics related to secondary school students.
EMOTIONAL ANXIETY AS CORRELATE OF PSYCHOLOGICAL ADJUSTMENT AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN WUKARI EDUCATION ZONE, TARABA STATE, NIGERIA.
The study investigated Emotional anxiety as correlate of psychological adjustment of secondary school students in Wukari Education Zone, Taraba State, Nigeria. The study was guided by two objectives and two research hypothesis. The study employed correlational research design. Questionnaire labeled emotional anxiety inventory (EAI), and psychological adjustment inventory (PAI) were used as instrument for data collection. The population of the study comprised of 4,254 in Wukari Education Zone. The sample used was 354 students drown from the selected secondary school students school in Wukari Education Zone comprising both male and female. The simple random sampling questionnaires were validated and trial tested giving a reliability coefficient of 0.989, 0.889. The data collected were analyzed using Pearson product moment correlation to test the two null hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. The finding revealed that there was a significant inverse correlation between Emotional Anxiety and Psychological Adjustment. The study recommended that, Counselors should watch or observe on psychological adjustment of secondary school students especially in crisis prompt area and Counselors should encourage students with poor psychological adjustment to improve their coping strategies.
COUNSELLING APPROACH TO POVERTY ALLEVIATION IN NIGERIA
This paper explores the crucial yet often overlooked role of counselling in poverty alleviation, particularly within the context of Nigeria. Poverty is a multifaceted issue that extends beyond mere financial deprivation, affecting millions of individuals through educational disparities, limited access to healthcare, social isolation, and psychological distress. While traditional poverty alleviation strategies have focused on economic interventions, this paper argues that addressing the psychological and emotional barriers to poverty is equally vital. Counselling offers a pathway to empowerment by enhancing self-efficacy, resilience, and social support networks, thereby enabling individuals and communities to break the cycle of poverty. This paper discusses various counselling strategies for poverty alleviation, including holistic needs assessment, skill development, and community-based interventions. It concludes with recommendations for integrating counselling services into existing poverty reduction programs, advocating for increased investment in mental health services, and promoting culturally relevant counselling approaches. By incorporating counselling into a comprehensive approach to poverty alleviation, the paper suggests that more sustainable and holistic solutions to poverty can be achieved.
INFLUENCE OF PREMARITAL COUNSELLING ON MARITAL ADJUSTMENT AMONG MARRIED STUDENTS OF PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES IN TARABA STATE, NIGERIA.
This study examined the influence of premarital counselling on marital adjustment among married students of public universities in Taraba State Premarital counselling is a process that aims at preparing those who plan to get married with knowledge on how to improve their relationship once they are married. However, with the rate of increase in divorce these days as observed by the researcher, it has prompted this work in order to look at the effectiveness of the premarital counselling on marital adjustment. The research was guided by two research questions and two hypotheses. The hypotheses were tested at 0.05 level of significance. A cross sectional survey design was adopted, with a sample size of 452 drawn from a population of 1572 through purposive sampling. Marital Adjustment Questionnaire (MAQ) was used to collect data, which were analysed using descriptive statistics and chi-square of mean standard deviation to answer the research Questions. The findings revealed that; premarital conflict management counselling significantly influences marital adjustment among married students. Similarly, premarital emotional intimacy counselling was found to significantly enhances marital adjustment, strengthening emotional bonds. The study concluded that premarital counselling is pivotal for fostering marital harmony and adjustment among married students. It recommended that counselling centres in public universities should expanded to include premarital counselling programs tailored to address conflict management, emotional intimacy, effective communication, and sexual satisfaction. The Study also recommend that intended couples should be encourage to participate actively in a premarital counselling programmes These initiatives would help intending couples develop the skills necessary for building resilient and fulfilling marital relationships.
STRESS AND MARITAL CONFLICT AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHERS IN JALINGO EDUCATION ZONE, TARABA STATE NIGERIA
This study investigated stress and marital conflict among secondary school teachers in the Jalingo education zone, Taraba State. Three research purposes, three research questions and four hypotheses guided the study. Correlation research design was adopted for the study. The population for this study was 854 secondary school teachers out of which two hundred and thirty-six (236) were selected through stratified proportionate and random sampling. The instrument for data collection were a structured questionnaires titled Teachers’ Stress and Marital Conflict Questionnaire (TSMCQ). The instruments (TSMCQ) was subjected to face and content validity. The reliability of the instrument was established using Cronbach alpha which yielded 0.78 reliability index. Descriptive statistics using mean and standard deviation was used to answer the research questions, while inferential statistics using Pearson’s Product Moment Correlation (PPMC) and independent sample t-tests were used to test thehypotheses. Findings revealed a significant positive relationship between home-based stress and marital conflict and between work-based stress and marital conflict. The following are the summary of findings: A strong positive correlation exists between stress experienced at home and marital discord among secondary school educators in the Jalingo educational area (r = 0.919, p=0.000). In the Jalingo education zone, a study found no notable connection between stress experienced at home and marital discord among both male and female secondary school educators (t-value= 0.057, p = 0.954). A strong positive correlation exists between job-related stress and marital discord among secondary school educators in the Jalingo educational area (r=0.879, p=0.000). There is no notable connection between stress related to work and marital discord among male and female secondary school educators in the Jalingo education zone (t-value = 0.728, p = 0.468). The following recommendations were made based on the findings of the study. Educational institutions, governing bodies, and schools ought to conduct frequent workshops on stress management and provide counseling for educators, assisting them in handling stress from both their personal lives and their professional responsibilities. This initiative will aid in addressing stress-related challenges that impact their overall well-being and job performance. School leaders ought to create guidelines that encourage a healthy work-life balance, which includes minimizing overwhelming workloads, allowing sufficient time for lesson planning, and fostering a supportive work atmosphere. Partners ought to be motivated to participate in transparent and sincere discussions regarding their pressures and difficulties to enhance their connections and reduce disputes. Given that both male and female educators face comparable degrees of stress- nduced marital issues, it is essential to create interventions that tackle stress impartially, guaranteeing that both genders obtain equal assistance.The results of this research indicate that both home-related and work-related stress significantly contribute to marital disputes among secondary school educators in the Jalingo education zone of Taraba State, Nigeria. The research identified a significant positive link between stress originating from home and marital disputes, in addition to the connection between work-related stress and marital issues. The results indicate that heightened stress, whether stemming from domestic duties or professional pressures, plays a crucial role in fostering conflicts among partners. Additionally, the research indicated that gender is not a major factor in influencing the connection between stress and marital discord. Both male and female secondary school educators face comparable degrees of marital strife due to stress originating from home and work environments. This conclusion suggests that marital difficulties associated with stress are not limited to a specific gender; instead, they impact both male and female educators in equal measure. The research emphasizes the essential requirement for strategies in stress management and conflict resolution to assist secondary school educators in managing stress in both their professional and personal spheres. By implementing support systems, providing counseling, and promoting work-life balance initiatives, it is possible to alleviate the adverse effects of stress on marital relationships.
EFFECT OF CLIENT-CENTRED THERAPY ON EXAM MALPRACTICE OF EXAM MALPRACTICE AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN JALINGO EDUCATION ZONE TARABA STATE
The study investigated the effect of Client-centered counselling therapies on exam malpractices of secondary school students in Jalingo Education Zone Taraba State, Nigeria. Two specific objectives to guide the study with corresponding research questions and two null hypotheses were formulated and tested at 0.05 significance level. The study adopted quasi-experimental research design. The population was 2,283 SS2 students. The sample of the study comprises 60 SSII ( male and female ) students drawn from the public secondary schools in Jalingo Education Zone Taraba State, Nigeria who exhibited examination malpractice. Exam malpractice Inventory Questionnaire( BMIQ ) made up of 20 items were used for data collection for the study. The Cronbach Alpha coefficient was used to determine the reliability of the instrument and a reliability coefficient of 0.82 was obtained. Both the face and content validity of the research instrument were ensured with the help of experts from three departments such as Science education, Educational foundations and Counselling Educational psychology and Human Development, Faculty of Education Taraba State University, Jalingo. The two research questions were answered using mean and standard deviation, while t-test (paired samples and independent samples) was used to test the two research hypotheses. According to the data collected and analyzed the following findings revealed that: there was significant effect of Client-centered therapy on examination malpractice among secondary school students in Jalingo Education Zone Taraba State, Nigeria. There was no significant difference in the mean effect of Client-centered therapy on examination malpractice between male and female secondary school students in Jalingo Education Zone Taraba State, Nigeria. It was concluded that Client-Centered therapy had significantly reduced examination malpractice behaviour of secondary school students in Jalingo Education Zone Taraba State, Nigeria. The Client Centered therapy is gender friendly. The study recommended among others that school counsellors, teachers, psychologists should be encouraged to learn the make proper use of Client-Centered therapy for an effective way of reducing any form of exam malpractice problem among students.
IMPACT OF INFRASTRUCTURAL FACILITIES AND ADMINISTRATIVE PLANNING ON ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF STUDENTS IN SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN KADUNA STATE, NIGERIA
This study assessed the influence of infrastructural facilities and administrative space planning on students’ academic performance in Senior Secondary Schools in Kaduna State, Nigeria. The specific objectives of the study are, determining the influence of infrastructural facilities and administrative space planning on academic performance of Student’s in Senior Secondary Schools in Kaduna State, Nigeria: evaluate the influence of administrative space planning on academic performance of Student’s in Senior Secondary Schools in Kaduna State, Nigeria. Descriptive survey research design was used for the study. The population of the study was 8,229 respondents which consisted of 7, 634 Senior Secondary School Teachers, 407 Principals and 229 School Supervisors from all the twelve (12) Education Zones in Kaduna State. Self-design questionnaire was used as instrument for data collection. The findings of the study revealed that infrastructural facilities planning such as well-planned classroom blocks, laboratories, libraries and entrepreneurship workshops enhanced Students’ Academic Performance in Senior Secondary Schools in Kaduna State. It was concluded that Students’ Academic Performance will improve if infrastructural facilities planning such as well-planned Classroom Blocks, Laboratories, Libraries and Entrepreneurship Workshops are made available in Senior Secondary Schools. The study recommended that, Kaduna State Ministry of Education should make adequate provision of infrastructural facilities such as Classrooms, Laboratories, Desks and Chairs in Senior Secondary Schools so as to enhance students’ academic performance and achieve maximum educational outcomes in the State.