Samson Chidubem Ugwu, Goodness Uka Kalu & Glory U. Akudighor
Abstract
This study investigated psychological insecurity and psychosocial behaviour among undergraduates in public universities in Cross River State, Nigeria. Two hypotheses were formulated and a correlational survey research design was adopted. A sample of 403 respondents was used for the study. The selection was done through the stratified random sampling technique. A questionnaire titled Psychological Insecurity and Psychosocial Behaviour Questionnaire (PIPBQ) was used for data collection. The reliability estimate of the instrument was established through the Cronbach alpha reliability method. The reliability estimates ranged from .76 -.84. Population t-test and Regression Analysis were the statistical analysis techniques adopted to test the hypothesis under study. The hypotheses were tested at .05 level of significance. The results of the analysis revealed that psychological insecurity significantly predicted the psychosocial behaviour of undergraduates in public universities in Cross River State. Based on the findings, it was recommended that counselling centres with trained professionals should be established to provide support for students dealing with psychological insecurity and related psychosocial challenges. Also, parents are encouraged to build their children’s confidence and resilience from home.