A Comparative Study of Adjustment among Day Scholars and Hostel Students

Abstract

The purpose of the study was to find out the differences in adjustment among Day Scholars and Hostel students who are adolescents in age range (14 to 15 years). From Meerut District, in Uttar Pradesh state. 600 School students were selected by random sampling method .Sample consists of 300 Day Scholars (150 males and 150 Females) and 300Hostel students (150 males and 150 Females). The age range was 14 to 15 years. The data was collected with the help of Bell ‘s adjustment inventory. Obtained data were statistically analyzed by Mean, SD and T test. Results revealed that Day Scholars and Hostel students differed significantly on home, health, social, emotional and overall adjustment.