Motivation in College Students
There are very few beginning college students who have scratched the surface of their potential. The major difference between students who reach their potential by graduation - and those who don't - is motivation. Students with greater motivation will really dig in and learn as much as possible for the time and money spent on their education.
The most important factors interfering with motivation are:
depression from feeling overburdened with classwork,
homesickness or difficulty adjusting to new lifestyle,
peer pressure to resist studying,
personal relationships and family problems, and
unclear career goals.
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