The Impact of Time Crisis on Middle School Students Academic Achievement and Behavioral Development

Author : Widad Suleiman

Abstract :This article investigates the increasing prevalence of a “time crisis” among middle school students and its detrimental consequences on both academic achievement and behavioral development. The confluence of heightened academic expectations, overscheduling, and pervasive digital distractions has left many students grappling with chronic time scarcity. This phenomenon has profound implications for cognitive performance, emotional regulation, and classroom behavior. Through critical analysis and pedagogical insight, this paper elucidates the relationship between time constraints and student outcomes, and offers systemic recommendations for educators, parents, and policymakers seeking to restore equilibrium in students’ academic and personal lives

Keywords :Time crisis, middle school students, academic achievement, behavior, digital distractions, overscheduling, emotional regulation, education policy.

Conference Name :INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON PSYCHOLOGY, LANGUAGE AND TEACHING (ICPLT-25)

Conference Place Prague, Czech Republic

Conference Date 4th Jun 2025