The Coping Mechanisms of Persons with Disabilities: Personal Experiences of Physically-Impaired Senior High School Studentsof Amadeo National High School

Authors

  • Lance Gabriel Garcia
  • Joey Angelo Bawag
  • Cjhaye Costa
  • Janmilson Dingalsan

Keywords:

Persons with Disabilities, Coping Mechanisms

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Disability is not just a health problem, it is a complex phenomenon, reflecting the interaction between features of a person's body and features of the society in which he or she lives (WHO, 2011). Overcoming the difficulties faced by people with disabilities require interventions to remove environmental and social barriers (ibid).

This study is about the Coping Mechanisms of Persons with Disabilities (PWD) students of Amadeo National High School. The study is beneficial not only for the PWDs, but for the society in general, so that their situation, social life, and coping mechanisms can be better understood. The community could be more aware of the real challenges these PWDs are facing in their everyday lives.

 

METHODS

This is a qualitative Research. Data was gathered by conducting an interview with the five (5) PWD Senior High School Students in Amadeo National High School,

 

RESULTS

All of the five informants were bullied since elementary days and even until now that they are in the Senior High School. Despite their condition and the challenges that they faced, they were able tocope with their condition for they have their family and friends that support them.

 

DISCUSSIONS

Based on the study, the five (5) PWD Students in Amadeo National High School were able to cope with their condition despite being bullied in school. Bullying is still a problem the school should address. There must be an Awareness Campaign Program as part of the activities in School. 

Published

2019-01-18