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Abstract

Abstract: The aim of our current study was to explore the nature of the relationship between statistics anxiety among psychology students and certain variables. To achieve the study's objectives, the descriptive method was employed due to its suitability for the nature and goals of the research. For data collection, the researchers used the Statistics Anxiety Rating Scale developed by Cruise and Wilkins (1980), administered to a purposive sample of psychology students at the Dired Abdelmajid University Center in Bouhlaf El Dair, University of Tebessa. The sample consisted of 160 students, divided as follows: 40 students for the pilot study and 120 students for the main study. The researchers used statistical tools such as SPSS software to analyze the data. The results indicated that the students' level of statistics anxiety was significantly lower than the assumed theoretical average. Furthermore, a statistically significant difference in statistics anxiety was found between male and female students, with males exhibiting higher levels of anxiety than females. Statistically significant differences were also found based on academic level (Bachelor’s vs. Master’s). Based on these findings, the study recommended improving teaching methods for statistics, incorporating basic statistical software such as SPSS from the early years of study, and introducing an “Introduction to Statistics” course in simple language during the first year to help establish a strong foundational understanding before moving to advanced concepts. The study also emphasized the importance of training instructors in psycho-pedagogical approaches to better support students who struggle with understanding or comprehending statistical material.