Chapter 1

impact ATYCHIPHOBIA and ACADEMIC

RFORMANCE OF SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT

OF SAN JUAN ACADEMY, INC.
CHAPTER I
Background of the Study
In recent years, atychiphobia,
commonly known as the fear of failure,
has gained increasing attention,
particularly among high school
students who face significant societal
and academic pressures.
Atychiphobia is an extreme fear of
failure that can lead individuals to
procrastinate or avoid situations where
they do not feel assured of success.
This often results in setting unrealistic
goals, which only heightens the
possibility of failure (Cleveland Clinic,
2024).
On the other hand, academic
performance involves factors such as
the intellectual level, personality,
motivation, skills, interests, study
habits, self-esteem or the teacher-
student relationship. When a gap
between the academic performance
and the student's expected
performance occurs, it refers to a
Sehgal M. et al. (2022) found that
atychiphobia causes anxiety and fear of
losing significant others' attention during
evaluations. Students feel continuous
pressure from memorization, exam
preparation, and concerns about their
academic futures. Gaikwad and Sharma
(2023) described atychiphobia as a
multifaceted psychological condition
Various factors influence atychiphobia,
including personal experiences, familial
expectations, and societal pressures. It often
results in lower self-esteem, reduced
motivation, and negative academic outcomes.
By examining the prevalence and impact of
atychiphobia on senior high school students'
academic performance, the purpose of this
study is to provide valuable insights into how
this fear affects students' academic
achievements and well-being. Furthermore,
Statement of the Problem
1. What is the level of atychiphobia of
the senior high school students when
taken as a whole and when grouped
according to grade level, strand and sex?
2.What is the level of academic
performance of the senior high school
students when taken as a whole and
when grouped according to grade level,
strand and sex?
3.Is their any significant relationship
HYPOTHESIS
There is no significant relationship
between atychiphobia (fear of failure)
and the academic performance of senior
high school students at San Juan
Academy, Inc.
Theoretical Framework
This study uses Need Achievement
Theory to explore why some students
are more motivated to succeed than
others. This theory focuses on two key
principles: the desire to achieve success
and the fear of failure. If a student's
motivation to succeed is stronger than
their fear of failure, they will engage in
tasks. Otherwise, they will avoid them.
Theoretical Framework
Achievement motivation is seen as a
personality trait but also depends on
situational factors like the probability and
rewards of success (McClelland, 1961;
Atkinson, 1974). This study examines how
atychiphobia (fear of failure) impacts the
academic performance of senior high
school students at San Juan Academy, Inc.
It suggests that students with a high need
for achievement are more likely to take on
Conceptual Framework
Independent Variable
Dependent Variable
Senior High Atychiphobia
School Students
• Grade level
• Strand
• Sex Academic
Performance
Significance of the Study
The result of this research will be
beneficial to the students, faculty and
staff, parents and guardian,
educational institution, and future
researchers.
Students. This study will help
students determine the relationship
between atychiphobia and academic
performance, understand the impact of
atychiphobia on their academic
performance, and become more self-
aware. By seeking appropriate support
to overcome their fear of failure,
students can enhance their academic
Faculty and Staff. This study serves
as a guide for teachers and other
school staff to use the findings to
identify students who may be
struggling with atychiphobia. This will
enable them to provide targeted
interventions and support, fostering a
more supportive learning environment.
Parents and guardians. This study
will help parents and guardians
understand the challenges their
children face. This understanding can
improve parental support and
encouragement, helping students
manage their fears and achieve
academic success.
Educational Institutions. This study
will help schools to use the research
findings to develop policies and
programs that address student mental
health and well-being. This can lead to
a more holistic approach to education,
where academic performance and
mental health are given equal
importance.
Future Researchers. This study will
help future researchers determine the
relationship between atychiphobia and
academic performance of students.
Additionally, it will enable researchers
to use this study as part of their body
of literature when conducting similar
research.
Definition of Terms

Academic Performance. Academic

performance refers to an individual's
achievement and success in
educational settings, typically
measured by grades, test scores, or
other indicators of learning and
knowledge acquisition (Fiveable Inc.,
2024).
In this study, academic performance
Definition of Terms
Atychiphobia. Atychiphobia is an
intense fear of failure. It comes from
the Greek word “atyches,” meaning
"unfortunate”(Cleveland Clinic, 2024).
In this study, atychiphobia is a fear of
failure experienced by Senior High
School Students of San Juan Academy,
Inc.
Definition of Terms
Impact. A powerful effect that
something, especially something new, has
on a situation or person (Cambridge
University Press & Assessment, 2024)
In this study, it refers to the influence
of atychphobia on academic performance
senior high school students.
Definition of Terms
San Juan Academy, Inc. A GASTPE-
FAPE assisted semi-private high school
founded in 1948 and is located at Don
Victorino Salcedo St., Sara, Iloilo (San
Juan Academy, Inc. Student's Handbook
pg. 10, pg. 14).
In this study, San Juan Academy, Inc.
refers to the institution where the
senior high school students as
Definition of Terms
Senior High School Students. Senior
High School (SHS) refers to Grades 11
and 12, the last two years of the K to 12
Basic Education Program (Senior High
School, 2016).
In this study, Senior High School
Students refer to the participants who
are currently enrolled in Grades 11 and
12 at San Juan Academy, Inc.
Scope and Limitation of the Study
This study aims to investigate the
relationship between atychiphobia (fear of
failure) and the academic performance of
senior high school students at San Juan
Academy, Inc. This study is a quantitative
research, specifically using a correlational
research design. The respondents will be the
Senior High School Students of San Juan
Academy, Inc. To gather data from the
respondents, a well-designed questionnaire,
particularly utilizing a Likert Scale, will be
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