Authors : Dr. Snehaprava Sahoo; Dr. Susmita Mandal; Srikanta Mohapatra

Volume/Issue : Volume 11 - 2026, Issue 5 - May

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/26May1896

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Abstract : The present study examined the relationship between quality of family life, psychological well-being, and academic achievement among tribal students in Odisha. Tribal students often experience socio-economic, educational, and psychological challenges that affect their academic development and overall well-being. The study aimed to understand how family environment and psychological well-being are associated with the academic achievement of tribal students. The study was conducted on 100 tribal students pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate education in Arts, Science, and Commerce streams at Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS), Bhubaneswar. In this study, the researcher used a Purposive sampling technique for the selection of participants. Data were collected using the Family Quality of Life Scale and the Psychological Well-Being Scale, along with students’ preceding semester academic scores. Descriptive statistics and Pearson Product Moment Correlation were used for analyzing the collected data. The findings revealed that there was no significant relationship between quality of family life and academic achievement. However, psychological well-being showed a significant positive relationship with academic achievement, while quality of family life was positively associated with psychological well-being. The study emphasizes the value of emotional stability, mental health, and supportive family situations in enhancing tribal students' educational progress. The results could aid educators, counselors, and legislators in creating educational and psychological support programs that are culturally appropriate for native communities.

Keywords : Quality of Family Life, Psychological Well-Being, Academic Achievement, Tribal Students, Family Environment, Emotional Stability, Family Support, Academic Achievement, Resilience, Educational Psychology

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