HOW EVERY ABM STUDENT IN WORLDSTAR

COLLEGE OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY HANDLE

THEIR MENTAL HEALTH IN S.Y 2022-2023.
A Qualitative Research Proposal

Presented to

The faculty of Worldstar College of Science and Technology

In Partial Fulfillment of the course in
Practical Research 1

by

Allam, Ralph Renz

Atao, Janah
Cabebe, Christine Joy
Madrazo, Mhelanie
Makeba, Kingjoshua
Marinduque, Angelica Joy
Natividad, Jaymee

July 2023
 Chapter 1: INTRODUCTION

This research determines how you think, feel and act. Good mental health is when you feel
positive about yourself and cope well with the everyday pressures. If you experience issues
dealing with everyday problems, it could be sign of a mental health problem and should be
addressed immediately.
A report from World Health Organization (WHO) reveals that in the world, one in every four
individuals will suffer from mental health problems at some point in their lives and that 450
million people worldwide have a mental health problem (WHO, Citation2001). In 2015, the
global prevalence of common mental illnesses such as depression and anxiety disorders are
estimated at 5.5% and 3.6%, respectively; suicide accounts for 1.5% of global deaths in the same
year (WHO, Citation2017). WHO (Citation2004) suggests that this widespread occurrence of
mental health problems are often untreated and can cause role performance impairment.
Furthermore, mental health disorders produce a sizeable burden to its victims. Literature
suggests that mental illness can cause days out of work, loss of productivity, financial drain from
treatment costs, family and caregiver stress and loss of life.
According to world mental health survey results, 50% of psychiatric disorders exists by age
14 ( SOREL, Citation2010). Mental health problems, being developmental in nature and
aetiology, are best addressed through prevention measures during early age. Educational
institutions, being the students’ primary environment during their formal educational years,
should establish systems, wherein actual and potential mental health problems among the youth
can be addressed.
The year 2023-2024 is approaching fast, and the senior high school ABM students are
gearing up for another exciting academic season. However, with all the pressure and expectations
thrust upon these students daily, it is imperative that they learn how to protect, manage, and
maintain their mental well-being. The demands of schoolwork, social life, and family obligations
can be overwhelming, leading to stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues.
Therefore, it is essential to equip ABM students with effective coping mechanisms that they can
use to manage the mental strains of academic life.
The primary objective of this research is to explore how ABM students can maintain their
mental health and find ways to build resilience in the face of adversity. This research aims to
identify the different challenges that ABM students face in their daily lives and how these
challenges affect their mental well-being. Furthermore, it aims to provide recommendations and
strategies on how students can go about managing their mental health.. To ensure the
effectiveness of this research, we will gather data through various sources, including online
resources and surveys, to gain insights into how ABM students respond to academic, social, and
familiar pressures. We will also rely on research and scholarly works on mental health to inform
our findings and recommendations.
 The outcomes of this research will be of significant benefit to ABM students who may feel
overwhelmed and unsupported in navigating the demands of their academic lives. It will provide
them with practical strategies to take charge of their mental health and well-being. Furthermore,
it will be valuable to mental health professionals, educators, families, policymakers, and
stakeholders in creating policies and strategies to support the mental health of students.
As part of the study, the researcher should be asked all the ABM STUDENTS in Worldstar
about on how they can handle their mental health and its impact on their study. The participants
were also asked a questions that can trigger their self to tell their experiences in life.

Statement of the Problem

All the students in the ABM strand have difficulty handling their mental health due to one
after another problems in studies and in the family. Although there are others who can handle
their mental health, there are also those who cannot handle it. In addition others are thinking of
ending their lives because they don't know what to do and what to prioritize in the amount of
problems they have in life.
The well-being and mental health of students have always been vital aspects of their overall
development and academic success. As we navigate through this school year, it becomes even
more crucial to address the unique challenges and uncertainties that students may face.
Another thing is that having a stable mental health help us a lot to be more active in school
and in our everyday lives.

Purpose of the Study

The primary purpose of this study was to understand the unique mental health challenges
faced by students pursuing the Accounting, Business, and Management (ABM) track in the
senior high school curriculum. A second purpose aims to identify effective strategies and
interventions that ABM students can use to prioritize their mental well-being while pursuing
their academic goals. The study also seeks to raise awareness among educators, parents, and
healthcare providers about the importance of addressing mental health concerns in this student
population. Ultimately, the study hopes to contribute to the development of a supportive and
inclusive learning environment for ABM students that prioritizes their mental health and helps
them achieve their full potential.

Research Question
1. What are common health issues that ABM students face, and how can they be handled?
2. How can ABM students prioritize their mental health while balancing academic and
extracurricular commitments?
 3. What are some effective ways for ABM students to manage stress during the academic
year of 2022-2023?
4. How can ABM student manage their workload and maintain a healthy work life balanced?
5. What are some warning signs that ABM student should be aware of regarding their mental
health?

Assumptions of the Study

This study made multiple assumptions that every ABM students will know how to handle
their mental health to passed this academic year. This study also ABM students have a supportive
school environment that emphasizes the importance of mental health. For purpose of this study
how ABM students are aware of the negative impacts of social media and technology on mental
health and are willing to limit their use.
This study assumed that student who were not capable on handling their emotions were going
to learn about this but can’t really relate on this. This study also did not says that it is for
everyone who are not mentally stable but for every students only. For purposes of this study, how
student will learned about their mental issues because the goal of the study was to help and
understand every student in their mental health and how to handle their emotions.
This study also assumed that every ABM students are capable of managing their time
effectively to balance their academic workload and personal life. The study assumed, in
responding this questions will make us understand on how every ABM students handle their
mental health and make a comparison of all the participants in this strand. This may not be a fair
comparison since every participants have different experiences about life issues. The participants
in this study were all ABM students in WCST who were interviewed.

Summary
The study aimed to explore how students handle their mental health and identify effective
coping strategies. The researchers employed a qualitative interviews, to obtain comprehensive
insights into students experiences.
In this chapter mental health issues and warnings was introduced. The tips for all ABM
students on how to handle mental issues was presented. Five research question for this study
were listed. All related in mental health issues were presented in this study. This study explains
and describes all the implications of the study.
 Chapter 2: REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE
This chapter discussed and presented important research as well as studies that support the
current investigation. This part also focuses on providing the necessary context for reviewing
prior research that is timely and relevant to this subject and creating a synthesis based on the
citations listed above.
How every ABM Student at WCST can handle their mental health in School Year 2022-2023.

Millennial's view on Mental Health

According to the most recent Blue Cross Blue Shield, The Health of America Report, "burnout
is a real thing that is impacting millennial's in very real ways-especially when it comes to their
mental health and emotional well-being." While the majority of baby boomers and Gen X say
that their mental health is good or excellent with a 68% rating, only 49% of millennial's make the
same claim. In comparison to previous generations, millennial may experience higher levels of
stress, anxiety, and depression due to a variety of different circumstances.
Since 2013, major depressive disorder have increased by 47% among millennial's. Five times
as many college student sought mental health treatment in the years between 2011 and 2016 as
there were new students. According to a 2015 study by American University, Millennial's are
more accepting of people who have mental illness because they learned about anxiety, sadness,
eating disorders, and suicide as children.
According to Northwestern Mutual data, 78% of millennial's are experiencing pressure while
making plans for both their immediate and long-term financial obligations. Because of their
heavy student loan debt and constant pressure to buy a home, studies have shown that the
majority of millennial's are not investing enough for their retirement. According to studies,
millennial’s are less likely to be homeowners than older generations were at the same age. This
generation has been hit the hardest by the serious problem of student loan debt. The fact that
many millennial’s reached adulthood during the Great Recession is one of the primary reasons
why they appear to be far behind prior generations in terms of financial security. Jobs were hard
to come by between 2007 and 2009, and many young millennial's took out significant student
loans to pay for education, which contributed to their general poor financial situation.A growing
incidence of mental health issues among millennial's are having an impact on their general
health. For instance:
 Over the past year, there has been an upsurge in serious depression and alcohol use disorders
among millennial's.
 Among millennial's, one-third experience some form of behavioral health issue.
 Compared to their elders, they are more likely to experience despair. 57 percent of US adults
in February 2017 reported having these symptoms, compared to just 46 percent of their older
peers.
 Since they were reared in a time when the internet was readily available and because they
frequently compared their lives to those of others, millennial's are known as the "anxious
generation." According to a recent survey, millennial's believed that their mental health had
gotten worse since the COVID-19 crisis, in part because they had thought that things would have
improved by this point. The emergence of overbearing parents is another factor in young people's
rising worry.Even while stigma surrounding mental health has lessened, it still affects older
millennial's and remains a serious issue. Many still experience criticism from their peers when
they ask for help. For instance, nearly 50% of participants reported that they found it challenging
to choose whether to schedule therapy sessions with mental health specialists in the previous
year.
In addition, more millennial's are passing away from "deaths of despair," such as drug, alcohol,
and suicide-related deaths, according to a report by the public-health organizations Trust for
America's Health and Well Being Trust, which Jamie Ducharme highlighted within the time of
June. The number of these deaths has climbed over the previous ten years across all age groups,
but younger Americans have seen the greatest increase, according to Ducharme. According to the
report, they were responsible for roughly 36,000 fatalities of millennial Americans in 2017 alone.
The most frequent reason for death was drug overdose.

Gen Z’s view on Mental Health

The generation known as Generation Z includes those who were born roughly between 1997
and 2012. They are the first generation to have grown up entirely with smartphones and the
Internet, and they have a totally different perspective on the world than earlier generations.
In a research titled "Stress in America: Generation Z" published by the American Psychiatric
Association in October 20192, Gen Z was shown to be more likely (37%) than Millennial's
(35%), Gen X (26%), Baby Boomers (22%), and the Silent Generation (15%) to have received
treatment or gone to therapy. Furthermore, compared to their earlier equivalent generations,
namely Millennial's (15%) and Gen X (13%), Gen Z members were more likely to describe their
mental health as fair or bad (27%).
There are likely three factors contributing to the trend of rising mental health service usage
and reports of poor mental health:
 There are now a wider range of stressors in life, which has raised psychological problems
and the demand for mental health treatments.
 Because of increased awareness of mental health problems, what was once possible to
overlook is now recognized as a problem and is dealt with accordingly.
 The stigma associated with using mental health services has diminished, increasing the
likelihood that Gen Z members may recognize their own problems and seek assistance when
they believe they have a treatable mental health condition.
 Gen Z is more stressed than earlier generations for a variety of reasons. In the end, stress
might influence psychological issues including sadness and anxiety. The factors listed below may
be contributing to the rise in psychiatric problems among Generation Z.
 In the Stress in America survey, which was conducted by the Harris Poll on behalf of APA in
July and August of 20182, 75% of Gen Z respondents (300 15 to 17-year-olds) stated that
they felt stressed over mass school shootings.
 A different survey revealed that nearly half of Gen Z respondents said they logged on for 10
hours or more per day. Greater isolation and loneliness may result from spending more time
on screens and less time interacting with others in real life. Being extremely connected could
also lead to increased pressure and expectations as well as less downtime (for instance, if
completing job or school online).
 91% of Gen Z respondents to the APA survey stated that stress has caused physical or
psychological symptoms.2 Stress factors included money/work (64%), debt (33%), housing
(31%), and hunger (28%). Only half of them claimed to be managing their stress adequately.
 Due to global challenges including immigration, political unrest, climate change, and
general future anxiety, Gen Z may potentially experience heightened stress.
 For the first time, young members of Gen Z have access to potentially hazardous content on
social media, such as videos showing self-harm.
 Gen Z is more prone than previous generations to self-harm, have a negative body image,
sleep less, be overweight, and experience despair, according to research from the University
College London.
 Also, Gen Z is under pressure from social media and technology, including bullying, sex
harassment, and the need to fit in.

Another notable finding was that, for the first time since discrimination was originally
included in the poll in 2015, over a quarter (24%) of respondents classified it as a significant
source of stress. In 2018, more black people (46%) and Hispanic adults (36%) than white adults
(14%), cited prejudice as a significant source of stress.
 Everyone was affected by the epidemic, but Gen Z may have suffered the most because
many members of this generation entered adulthood and the labor around the time of the crisis.
The AXA Study of Mind Health and Well-being 2023 found that Gen Z has had difficulties at
work, especially in the Philippines. In comparison to the global percentage, the study indicated
that more Filipino respondents between the ages of 18 and 24 reported having experienced
depression and anxiety. Approximately 35% of Gen Z’s in the Philippines, compared to 27% of
Gen Z’s worldwide, reported having depression. Comparatively to the global average of 12
percent, 16 percent reported having anxiety.
Generation Z is maturing and growing up under a period of increased stress and worry. Gen
Z’s have dealt with enormous difficulties in a relatively short amount of time, from violence and
terrorism to a global epidemic.In comparison to previous generations, members of Generation Z
report increased rates of depression and several other mental health disorders.They are also more
inclined to report these issues than earlier generations, which puts people who want assistance in
a better position to get it.If someone is worried, they should seek help from mental health
professionals who can point them toward depression treatment choices, which may include talk
therapy or medication.
Mental Disorders
A clinically significant impairment in a person's intellect, emotional control, or behavior is
what is known as a mental disorder. It is typically linked to distress or functional impairment in
key areas. Mental diseases come in many different forms. Mental health issues are another name
for mental disorders. The latter is a more general phrase that encompasses mental illnesses,
psycho-social impairments, and (other) mental states connected to considerable distress,
functional disability, or danger of self-harm. The International Classification of Diseases,
Eleventh Revision (ICD-11), is used to classify diseases, and this fact page concentrates on
mental disorders.
970 million individuals worldwide, or 1 in every 8 persons, had a mental disorder in 2019,
with anxiety and depressive disorders being the most prevalent. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic,
the number of people who suffer from anxiety and depressive illnesses greatly increased in 2020.
Initial projections indicate a 26% and 28% increase in major depressive disorder and anxiety
disorders in just one year, respectively. Although there are effective methods for both prevention
and therapy, the majority of those who suffer from mental illnesses do not have access to them.
Stigma, prejudice, and human rights violations are also commonplace.
Mental Health issues may lead to disorders such as:
 Anxiety Disorders
- In 2019, 301 million people, including 58 million kids and teenagers, suffered from an
anxiety illness. Excessive fear, worry, and behavioral abnormalities are hallmarks of anxiety
disorders. The symptoms are strong enough to cause significant anguish or functional
impairment. Generalized anxiety disorder (characterized by excessive worry), panic disorder
(characterized by panic attacks), social anxiety disorder (characterized by excessive fear and
worry in social situations), separation anxiety disorder (characterized by excessive fear or
anxiety about separation from those with whom the person has a deep emotional bond), and other
types of anxiety disorders are among the many different types of anxiety disorders. There are
efficient psychological treatments available, and depending on the severity and age, medicines
may also be taken into consideration.
 Depression
- There were 280 million persons with depression worldwide in 2019, including 23 million
children and teenagers. Depression is distinct from common mood swings and fleeting emotional
reactions to problems in daily life. A depressive episode lasts at least two weeks and is
characterized by a depressed mood (sad, irritated, or empty feelings) or a loss of enjoyment or
interest in activities for the majority of each day. Other signs may include difficulty
concentrating, feelings of overwhelming guilt or low self-worth, a lack of hope for the future,
suicidal or death thoughts, disturbed sleep, changes in food, and feeling particularly exhausted or
low on energy. Suicide risk is higher among depressed individuals. However, there are excellent
psychological treatments available, and depending on the severity and age, medicines may also
be taken into consideration.
  Bipolar Disorder
- Bipolar disorder affected 40 million persons worldwide in 2019. Depressive episodes and
times of manic symptoms alternate for people with bipolar illness. The person has a depressed
mood (feels gloomy, irritable, or empty) or loses interest in activities for the majority of the day,
almost every day, during a depressive episode. Euphoria or irritation, increased activity or
energy, and other symptoms like increased talkativeness, racing thoughts, higher self-esteem,
decreased need for sleep, destructibility, and impulsive hazardous behavior are only a few of the
possible manic symptoms. Suicide risk is higher for those who have bipolar disorder.
Nevertheless, there are effective therapeutic methods available, such as psycho-education, stress
reduction and social functioning enhancement, and medication.
 (PTSD) Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- In areas affected by conflict, PTSD and other mental problems are very common. Following
exposure to a terrifying or upsetting event or sequence of events, PTSD may manifest. It is
characterized by all three of the following: 1) persistent feelings of increased present danger; 2)
avoidance of thoughts and memories of the traumatic event(s); and 3) reliving the traumatic
event(s) in the present (intrusive memories, flashbacks, or nightmares). These symptoms last for
at least a couple of weeks and seriously hinder functioning. There are psychological treatments
that work.
 Schizophrenia
- Around 24 million people, or 1 in 300 persons globally, suffer from schizophrenia . The
life expectancy of those who have schizophrenia is 10–20 years less than that of the general
population. Schizophrenia is characterized by severe perceptual problems and behavioral
disturbances. Symptoms can include excessive agitation, persistent delusions, hallucinations,
disordered thinking, and disorderly behavior. Cognitive functioning issues may continue for a
long time in people with schizophrenia. The good news is that there are a variety of efficient
treatment alternatives, including as medication, psycho-education, family interventions, and
psycho-social rehabilitation.
 Eating Disorders
- In 2019, 14 million people, including around 3 million kids and teenagers, suffered from
eating disorders (1). Anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa are two examples of eating disorders
that feature abnormal eating, obsession with food, and a lot of body image issues. The behaviors
or symptoms have a significant negative impact on functioning, significant distress, or significant
risk to one's health. Anorexia nervosa frequently begins in adolescence or early adulthood and is
linked to early death from medical problems or suicide. A considerable rise in the risk of
substance abuse, suicidality, and health issues exists in those with bulimia nervosa. Family-based
therapy and cognitive-based therapy are two effective therapeutic methods.
 Disruptive behaviour and dis-social disorders
- In 2019, conduct-dis-social disorder affected 40 million people, including kids and
teenagers (1). One of two conditions that cause disruptive behavior and dissociative interactions,
often known as conduct disorder or oppositional defiant disorder. Persistent behavioral issues,
such as persistent defiance or disobedience to actions that repeatedly violate others' fundamental
rights or important age-appropriate society standards, rules, or laws, are characteristics of
disruptive behavior and dis-social disorders. Disruptive and antisocial disorders typically, but not
always, begin in childhood. There are effective psychological therapies available, frequently
involving parents, caregivers, and educators, as well as cognitive problem-solving or social skills
instruction.
 Neurodevelopmental disorders
- Behavior and cognitive impairments are examples of Neurodevelopmental diseases, right?
occur during the formative stage and represent considerable challenges in the learning and use of
particular intellectual, physical, linguistic, or social skills. Diseases of intellectual development,
autism spectrum diseases, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), among others,
are examples of Neurodevelopmental disorders. A chronic pattern of inattention and/or
hyperactivity-impulsivity that negatively affects academic, occupational, or social functioning is
a hallmark of ADHD. Significant restrictions in intellectual functioning and adaptive behavior,
which refers to challenges with daily conceptual, social, and practical abilities that are done in
daily life, are characteristics of intellectual development disorders. The term "autism spectrum
disorder" (ASD) refers to a wide range of disorders that are characterized by some level of
difficulty with social contact and reciprocal communication as well as persistent, rigid, repetitive,
and unchanging patterns of behavior, interests, or activities. There are several efficient treatment
alternatives, such as occupational and speech therapy, psychological therapies, and behavioral
interventions. Medication may also be taken into consideration for specific diseases and age
groups.
 Most common mental health issues suffered by students

 Depression
- In the morning, students may have trouble getting out of bed or finding any energy to
finish even the simplest duties.Students' mental health may deteriorate as a result of depression,
which can also negatively affect their academic performance.
 Anxiety
- Students may have social anxiety or generalized anxiety, among other types of anxiety.You
can be experiencing anxiety because of something coming up, like a test or exam. Others could
experience anxiety before attending social gatherings like parties.
 Eating Dissorders
- Due to body dysmorphia, students could wind up having an eating disorder. Because it
gives them a sense of control over their lives, they could also develop anorexia or bulimia.
 Addictions
- Students frequently turn to drug or alcohol abuse as a coping mechanism or under pressure
to fit in.
 Sleeping Issues
- Students may also have sleep problems, such as getting little to no sleep. This might be as a
result of staying up too late for school or forgetting to turn down their brains.

Handling student’s mental issues

Finding and helping students who are struggling with mental health issues is crucial for their
success in today's educational environment. A mental health issue affects one in five young
people, and among all disability groups, high school students with a mental health condition drop
out at the greatest rate (37%) possible. Teachers and other members of the school staff are crucial
in assisting pupils to focus on their academic work while acquiring the knowledge and skills
necessary to manage and overcome the difficulties that come with a mental health condition.
However, it can be challenging for teachers and other support staff to know how to interact with
pupils in these circumstances without professional development or other training. Even while not
every educator is qualified to recognize and assist pupils with this kind of need, a few modest
adjustments can be made to the classroom and school setting to help foster a safe and secure
environment that is favorable to learning.
“Mental health promotion should be the business of all teachers, who need to be conscious of
their own emotional needs as well as being supportive of those of others. With a positive, caring
ethos in place the school can create a safer and more productive learning environment and one
that is more facilitative and therapeutic for pupils…” Hornby & Atkinson (p. 2)

The Symptoms of Having a Mental Illness

Every illness has its own symptoms, but common signs of mental illness in student’s can include
the following:

 Excessive worrying or fear

 Feeling excessively sad or low
 Confused thinking or problems concentrating and learning
 Extreme mood changes, including uncontrollable “highs” or feelings of euphoria
 Prolonged or strong feelings of irritability or anger
 Avoiding friends and social activities
 Difficulties understanding or relating to other people
 Changes in sleeping habits or feeling tired and low energy
 Changes in eating habits such as increased hunger or lack of appetite
 Changes in sex drive
 Difficulty perceiving reality (delusions or hallucinations, in which a person experiences and
senses things that don't exist in objective reality)
 Inability to perceive changes in one’s own feelings, behavior or personality (”lack of insight”
or anosognosia)
 Overuse of substances like alcohol or drugs
 Multiple physical ailments without obvious causes (such as headaches, stomach aches, vague
and ongoing “aches and pains”)
 Thinking about suicide
 Inability to carry out daily activities or handle daily problems and stress
 An intense fear of weight gain or concern with appearance

Mental Health conditions may also start to develop at the young age, because they are still
learning how to identify and talk about the thoughts and their emotions, their most symptoms are
behavioral. Symptoms as for the children’s may include the following:
 Changes in school performance
 Excessive worry or anxiety, for instance fighting to avoid bed or school
 Hyperactive behavior
 Frequent nightmares
 Frequent disobedience or aggression
 Frequent temper tantrums
 Summary
Students all around the world are suffering from increasing levels of mental illness, which
has an impact on our daily lives. Many students claim to have stable mental health, yet many
others feel the exact opposite. The two most prevalent mental illnesses that students experience,
whether they choose to or not, are anxiety and depression. Due to a variety of factors, including
the tasks assigned by teachers, some students find it difficult to participate in the assigned
activities. This makes it difficult for them to prioritize what to accomplish first. Second, family
issues. Students or the current generation are having family issues for a variety of reasons, that
the students may become mentally unstable. Thirdly, due to peer pressure, students may also be
mentally ill since their peers are putting them down and not allowing them to develop on their
own. Last but not least, there is the pressure that kids put themselves through merely to please
their parents and everyone else. Even if they are incapable of doing so, they nevertheless put
themselves through it because everyone expects them to.
Since being mentally unstable causes students to take their own lives, mental illness is not
something to take lightly. Being a student is equally difficult; we face many difficulties in life,
but many people do not comprehend us. They claim that we are making this all up to appeal for
their compassion, but that is not the case; we actually want to share what we are going through
because we are concerned about the judgment that others may pass. In conclusion, nothing is
simple, people can't just do or say whatever they want to us, and we have a variety of issues to
contend with. However, what is crucial at this time is that we are growing stronger and braver.
Millennial's and Gen Z’s are having the same experience. Helping them to overcome the
illness they have may be difficult to do but it helping them is also good to lessen what they are
going through. A lot of difficulties may be encounter but it we are doing just doing fine day by
day.
 Chapter 3: METHODOLOGY

Introduction
This chapter presents the methodology which was employed during the study that were
used in gathering data and analysis which is relevant to the research. The methodologies will
include areas such as the research design, sampling techniques and respondents, research
instrument, construction and validation of instrument, research ethics, data gathering procedure ,
presentation of the data, analysis of data and summary.

Research Design
The Researchers will use Qualitative Research Design in the study of How every ABM
Student at WCST can handle their mental health in School Year 2022-2023. The study will
employ Qualitative Approach to gather rich and detailed information about the Experiences and
Impact of having a Mental Health. Through this Qualitative Approach, Research will reveal their
experiences through telling their experiences and their story behind how they handle their mental
problem.
This study focuses on the experiences of every ABM student that are suffering from mental
problem. The research approach is non-experimental, qualitative, descriptive and contextual.

Sampling Techniques and Respondents

The study use the random selecting since 10 of the respondents will be used. The researcher
consider a heterogeneous sampling. Based on the nature of the study and research design, the
aims of objective of the research, since the respondents have different insights about this.
The respondents of the study are the Grade 11 and Grade 12 ABM students of WCST.
The respondents are divided into two sections and these are 11 ABM-CHRISTOFFER and 12
ABM-JOHN, The students within these sections are group heterogeneously. ‘

Research Instrument
The researcher will utilize an open-ended questionnaire and the data will be gathered through
descriptive method to collect data from a large number of people gain insights into opinions and
behaviors and make statistical inferences about a population. The Researchers will collect all
data using a qualitative research to provide a detailed understanding of the participants
perspectives.
 Construction and Validation of Instrument
In order to address the mental health needs of ABM (Accountancy, Business , and
Management) students enrolled in the WCST (Worldstar College of Science and Technology)
during the academic year 2022-2023, a comprehensive instrument was developed and validated.
The construction of the instrument involved a rigorous process that include a through literature
review, consultation with mental health experts, and input from ABM students themselves. The
instruments aimed to assess various dimensions of mental health, such as stress levels, anxiety,
depression, and overall well-being. The construction process also focused on incorporating
factors specific to ABM students, such as academic pressure, workload, and career expectations.
The validation phase involved administering the instrument to a diverse sample of ABM students
at WCST, ensuring that it captured their unique experiences and accurately measured their
mental health. Psychometric properties are the quantifiable aspects of a test that indicate its
statistical strength or weakness including reliability and validity, were assessed to ensure the
instruments and accuracy. The final instrument will serve as a valuable tool for WCST to gain
insights into ABM students mental health, identify areas of concern, and develop targeted
interventions and support services to enhance their well-being and academic success.

Research Ethics
It is essential to make sure that all ethical standards are being followed when conducting research
on the topic How ABM students in WCST can handle their mental health in Year 2022-2023.
This involved the participants consent, after we provide them with every relevant piece of data,
We ensure that we are protecting the privacy of their personal data,and preventing any harm or
unfavorable effects on the. It is crucial to guarantee that the research is balanced and carefully
carried out with proper effort. This entails employing the right research techniques and avoiding
any conflicts of interest or biases that may effect the results.

Data Gathering Procedure

1. Identify the research target, who will be ABM students on how they can handle their mental
health.
2. Create a Questionnaire -To gather information about the ABM students mental health and on
how they handle it, a questionnaire will be created through descriptive method. There will be
open-ended questions on the survey.
3. Validation of the Questionnaire -The questionnaire will be validated before being used to
make sure it is valid and reliable.
4. Selected Respondents -The study respondents will be Senior High School students in ABM on
how they can handle their mental health in Year 2022-2023. The 10 respondents will be chosen
randomly.
5. Administer the Questionnaire -The respondents who have been chosen will receive the
questionnaire through in person.
6. Data Analysis -Statistical methods including the frequency distribution, percentages, and mean
scores will be used to examine the acquired data. In addition to highlight the story behind how
ABM students handle their mental health in year 2022-2023.
7. Result Interpretations -The data analysis results will be interpreted to draw conclusions on
how ABM students can handle their mental health.
8. Report Writing -At last, the studies main conclusions will be outlined in a report that will be
given to the larger audience in order to gather detailed information.
9. In order to support the ABM students on how the can handle their mental health,
recommendations will be made based on the findings of the research for the enhancement of
their mental health.

Presentation of the data

This section will collect all the information about the respondent’s age, gender and how they
handled their mental health.
Age 17
18
18
17
16
16
16
17
18
18
Sex Male
Male
Male
Female
Female
 Male
Female
Male
Female
Male

The Guided Questions and answers:

Do you tend to keep your problems to  It depends on my mind.
yourself?why?
 Yes, I like to solve my problems on my
own.
 Yes, I want to solve my problem on my
own. I don’t want to share my problem
to anyone.
 Yes, I can solve my own problem.
 Yes, no one would understand me better
than my self.
 Yes, no one can understand me better
than my self.
 Yes, I don’t want to share my problems
because I don’t want them to be
worried.
 Yes.
 Yes, I’m not comfortable sharing my
problems.
 Yes, I’m the only one who can
solve/comfort my problems.
Have you ever considered asking for support to  No, I can handle it.
your friends or family in this matter?
 Yes, But not all because some problems
needs to be private.
 No, they kinda don’t care about my
feelings.
  Yes, some problems need to be private.
 No, I don’t want to give them more
problem.
 No, I don’t want to give them more
problem. I know that they are already
stressed.
 No, I can support myself and I don’t
need support from anyone.
 No.
 Nope. I keep this on myself.
 Sometimes yes, but in small problems.
Have you ever attempted self-harm as a means  No.
of coping?
 No.
 Yes.
 No.
 No.
 No.
 No.
 Yes.
 Yes.
 Yes.
Does leaving your house occasionally helps  Yes.
you to forget about it?
 No.
 No.
 Yes.
 Yes.
 Yes.
 Yes.
 Yes.
  Yes.
 Yes.
Have you notice any changes in your mental  I haven’t notice any changes at all.
health since you entered this strand?
 It gotten worst. Some of the
assignments/school works are stressing
me.
 Yes, ABM gives more pressures to me.
It gives more stress.
 Yes, I don’t take my subjects too
serious.
 Not really.
 Not really.
 I guess, I’ve been more stressed and
depressed but I can manage.
 Yes.
 Yes, this strand help me to become
stronger everyday.
 Yes, this strand challenged me a lot.
 Data Analysis

The collected data will be reviewed and analyzed carefully. After reviewing and collecting
the data it can be said that this strand can help the respondents to handle their mental health.
Some of the respondents have attempted self-harm to comfort their selves. Most of the
participants don’t want to share or open their problems to others even to their love ones, they are
thinking that no one could understand them. The abm strand help the respondents to cope with
their problems, their strand change them a lot to become a better person but some of them are so
messed up because of the school works. Although, the respondents has the opportunity to share
their thoughts, experiences and problems on this interview. I have notice that almost of the
participants are having a hard time to deal with their problems in life, they are still teenager but
they are suffering on handling their mental health.

Summary

This study aimed to determine how ABM students in WCST can handle their mental health in
year 2022-202. The survey will be conducted by the researchers to gather detailed information
about the ABM students on how they handle their mental health. While, also protecting their
privacy and well-being. This will serve as a tool that predicts the safety of the ABM students in
WCST based on how everyone of them handles their mental health as a student in the ABM
strand in year 2022-2023.
 References

https://www.iresearchnet.com/research-paper-examples/mental-health-
research-paper/#:~:text=I.%20Introduction%20This%20research%20paper
%20describes%20the%20history%2C,a%20classic%20theme%20in%20the
%20field%20of%20sociology.
www.scribd.com

https://www.bing.com/search?
q=what+are+the+symptoms+of+having+a+mental+illness&qs=n&form=QBRE&sp=-
1&ghc=1&lq=0&pq=what+are+the+symptoms+of+having+a+mental+illness&sc=1-
48&sk=&cvid=A5E0A973EDEB42898DD57303F2460262&ghsh=0&ghacc=0&ghpl=#:~:text=on
%20Mental%20Illness-,www.nami.org/About%2DMental%2DIllness/Warning%2DSigns%2Dand
%2DSymptoms,-See%20more

https://www.bing.com/search?
q=how+to+handle+students+mental+issues&qs=n&form=QBRE&sp=-
1&ghc=1&lq=0&pq=how+to+handle+students+mental+issues&sc=0-
36&sk=&cvid=9A8D72A3972C4280ADAE499BDC9098B5&ghsh=0&ghacc=0&
ghpl=#:~:text=learnwellservices.com/strategies%2Dteaching%2Dstudents
%2Dmental%2Dhealth%2Dconditions

https://www.bing.com/search?
q=What+are+common+mental+health+issues+that+ABM+students+face
%2C+and+how+can+they+be+handled%3F&qs=n&form=QBRE&sp=-
1&lq=1&pq=what+are+common+mental+health+issues+that+abm+students+face
%2C+and+how+can+they+be+handled%3F&sc=0-
89&sk=&cvid=561BBE083091445AB5CBABC9E6A9BAB1&ghsh=0&ghacc=0
&ghpl=&ntref=1#:~:text=https%3A//supportroom.com/blog/common%2Dstudent
%2Dmental%2Dhealth%2Dissues
 https://www.bing.com/search?
q=mental+health+awareness+month&qs=AS&pq=mental+health+awareness&sk=
AS1&sc=10-
23&cvid=9CEC349C17624BE4ABF817ABEF854DB7&FORM=QBRE&sp=2&g
hc=1&lq=0&ntref=1#:~:text=Health%20Organization%20(WHO)-,https%3A//
www.who.int/campaigns/world%2Dmental%2Dhealth%2Dday,-Web

https://www.bing.com/search?
q=gen+z+view+on+mental+health&qs=n&form=QBRE&sp=-
1&ghc=1&lq=0&pq=gen+z+view+on+mental+health&sc=0-
27&sk=&cvid=04A2DB95AF6D4E8D97A7B544810FF90E&ghsh=0&ghacc=0&
ghpl=&ntref=1#:~:text=Medical%20News%20Today-,https%3A//
www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/why%2Dis%2Dgen%2Dz%2Ddepressed,-
Web

https://www.bing.com/search?
q=MENTAL+HEALTH+DURING+THE+MILLENNIAL+GENERATION&FOR
M=AWRE#:~:text=Millennials%20%2D%20Acenda-,acendahealth.org/impact
%2Dof%2Dmental%2Dhealth%2Dfor%2Dmillenials/,-How%20can%20I

https://www.akuamindbody.com/how-millennials-are-changing-the-face-of…

https://www.bing.com/search?
q=how+can+the+millennials+handle+their+mental+illness&form=ANNTH1&refi
g=a980c5c638094d23b42dd966c13bbfc2&ntref=1#:~:text=of%20millennials
%27%20mental%20%E2%80%A6-,https%3A//www.businessinsider.com/
millennials%2Dmental%2Dhealth%2Dburnout...,-Web