A Study on Emotional Maturity and Its Relationship with Academic Achievement among Secondary School Students

Abstract

Emotional maturity refers to our capability to understand and express emotions appropriately, and is a critical factor in personal development and academic success. Academic achievement reflects students’ learning outcomes and future opportunities, and research suggests that emotional maturity significantly influences academic performance. Academic achievement, which reflects the extent to which student attain their educational goal, is widely recognised as a predictor of future success. The systematic review of existing literature on the relationship between emotional maturity and academic achievement among secondary and higher secondary students. These reviews include Empirical studies, Comparative analyses, and review articles sourced from reputable academic databases and journal platforms, such as Google Scholar, ResearchGate, ERIC, JSTOR, and Academic.edu.  Findings indicate that most studies report a positive relationship between emotional maturity and academic achievement, suggesting that emotionally mature students exhibit better concentration, motivation, adaptability, and problem-solving skills. However, some studies show no significant link. This systematic review examines existing research on emotional maturity and academic achievement among secondary and higher secondary students, considering variables such as gender, type of school and locality. Overall, the study emphasises that emotional maturity plays a crucial role in academic success and should be integrated into educational practices, teacher training, and policy planning to support students’ holistic development and long-term well-being.