SOCIETAL INFLUENCE AND STUDENT BEHAVIOR QUESTIONNAIRE (SISBQ) IN OVIA NORTH EAST LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF EDO STATE.

ABSTRACT

This study investigates the profound influence of societal factors on the behavioral patterns of secondary school students in Ovia North-East Local Government Area (LGA) of Edo State, Nigeria. Employing a descriptive research design, data was gathered from a sample of 150 secondary school students using the "Societal Influence and Student Behavior Questionnaire" (SISBQ). This questionnaire delved into diverse facets of students' behavioral patterns and the pervasive impact of societal elements on their choices and attitudes. The findings of this research provide valuable insights into the multifaceted ways in which societal influences mold student behavior within this specific regional context. This comprehensive study delves into the intricate web of societal factors and their profound influence on the behavioral dynamics exhibited by secondary school students within the confines of Ovia North-East Local Government Area (LGA) in Edo State, Nigeria. The primary objective of this research endeavor is to unravel the extent to which these societal elements shape and mold the behavioral patterns of the student population in this distinctive geographical setting. To accomplish this, the study employs a robust and well-considered descriptive research design. This methodological approach serves as a solid foundation for the systematic exploration of the intricate relationship between societal influences and student behavior. It allows for a nuanced examination of the multifaceted ways in which external factors permeate the lives of these young individuals, influencing their attitudes, decisions, and actions.