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This study explores the prevalence of academic stress and anxiety and identifies associated factors among students.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Objective:<\/jats:title>\n To assess the levels of academic stress and anxiety in students and determine the key demographic and academic variables influencing these outcomes.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Methods:<\/jats:title>\n A cross-sectional study was conducted among 2,000 children aged 10\u201312 years across various schools. Data were collected using validated tools, including the Academic Stress Scale (ASS) and Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 (GAD-7) scale. Statistical analysis included descriptive statistics, t-tests, and multivariate regression to identify significant predictors.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Results:<\/jats:title>\n \n Elevated levels of academic stress and anxiety were observed, with 68% of students reporting moderate-to-severe academic stress and 45% showing moderate-to-severe anxiety. Female students exhibited higher stress and anxiety levels compared to males (\n P<\/jats:italic>\n <0.01). 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