Gender differences in perceived stress and coping among college students.

Abstract in brief

• The study found that female college students tend to experience higher levels of stress compared to male students, especially during the latter part of the semester, and they are more likely to use emotion-focused coping strategies such as seeking emotional and instrumental support, venting, and distraction.
• The research highlights significant gender differences in both overall perceived stress and the specific coping mechanisms employed, suggesting that females rely more on emotion-focused strategies while males might use different methods.
• These findings emphasize the need for universities to implement educational programs that teach effective and healthy coping skills, helping students manage stress better and maintain their wellbeing throughout their college years.]