Stress and Retirees of Higher Education Institutions(HEIs) in Nigeria

Abstract

This study examines a study of stress on retirees. The study also identifies the cause of stress and strategies for
reducing stress on retirees at the Federal University Pensioner Association(FUPA), University of Ibadan Chapter. The population
of the study comprised 4000 male and female retirees of (FUPA). The sample of the study was 400 selected from the University
of Ibadan Chapter using simple random sampling technique. A questionnaire was used for data collection. Data collected were
analyzed applying frequency counts and mean statistic. Findings revealed that standing for a long time can cause stress for
retirees. The finding of the study also revealed that non payment of gratuity and pension can cause stress for retirees. The
findings of the study further showed eight strategies for reducing stress. Based on the findings recommendations were made.