Kabataan on the Go: Coping Strategies of Grade 12 Local Guiding Students Toward Stress in ETTMNHS C.Y 2018-2019

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

In real life circumstances, people are inclined to use a combination of one's body and mind to do something that causes a change in the balance. This change refers to stress. Stress is the reaction of one's body and mind to something that causes a change in the balance. Every individual experience stress occasionally, especially in the academic scenario where stress has become an inevitable factor in the lives of students; whereas researches indicate that students are likely to experience more stress because of tedious classes and academic requirements. Hence, the researchers conducted this study to identify the coping strategies of students toward stress.

METHODS

This study used the descriptive method of research using the quantitative method as the process of data collection. Moreover, it employed systematic random sampling where 17 Local Guiding students were included based on Gay's formula. This study adopted the instrument with a 5-point Scale survey questionnaire from the paper "Relationship between Socio-demographic and Stress Levels, Stressors, and Coping Mechanism." It was modified and validated to meet the objectives of the study.

RESULTS

The results revealed that most students use the coping strategies such as praying for renewed strength (4.47), engaging in a hobby (4.11) taking some quiet time then resume studies (3.94) partying with friends (3.88) and sleeping more (3.88). Meanwhile, the least coping strategies of students are crying (2.82), getting irritated with a lecture (2.47), drinking alcohol (2.11), smoking (1.41) and taking drugs (1.23).

DISCUSSIONS

Base on the result most students use spiritual aspects in coping with stress. The study recommended presenting a psychological, social, and family consulting to students who are highly stressed. In addition, education for students according to the nature of the problem they face, clarify its causes, and on how to treat is advised. Another finding was that using effective stress coping strategies is important for overcoming stressful situations. Therefore, effective stress coping strategies should be taught to students.