Effects of Romantic Relationship to the Academic Performance of Senior High School Students

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Romantic relationships are intimate relationships wherein once can be ones’ elf with someone they respect and are respected by in return. Romantic relationships do not automatically imply a sexual relationship. This study aimed to answer the following questions: (1) What are the advantages of having romantic relationship to academic performance of students; (2) How do they manage their relationship to improve their academic performance; and lastly, (3) How do their relationship influence their perspective in their studies? The researchers find this research study as a tool for awareness for the senior high school students so that they can balance their romantic relationships with their academic performance.

METHODS

The researchers employed a descriptive qualitative method in the research problem. The interview approach was used to obtain rich descriptions on the participants’ experience and perceptions. Furthermore, the data were analyzed by reducing information into significant statements and then combining them into themes. The data were gathered through interviews with 3 selected pairs of senior high school students who are in a romantic relationship. " ̈

RESULTS

The researcher came up with 4 themes which were extracted from the conversations with the participants from the tabulated word-for-word transcription. Theme 1 focused on the condition or circumstance that puts one in a favorable or superior position as having a romantic relationship while studying can help some students to perform very well in class and enhances self-confidence. Theme 2 highlights the disadvantages of romantic relationship which leads to negative effects to academic performance. Theme 3 is about the limits in having romantic relationship to the point or level beyond which test the limits of the students. Theme 4, is concentrated in guiding how being in romantic relationships might help to improve the academic performance of students " ̈

DISCUSSIONS

This research results highlight both advantages and disadvantages for the students. The advantages of being in romantic relationships are: partners serve as their inspiration and help them pursue their dreams. The disadvantage is that being in a romantic relationship serves as a distraction and a hindrance in maintaining their academic performance especially when they have a misunderstanding