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The Effects of Depression On The Student's Academic Performances in STI Baliuag and Ways How To Cope With It
The Effects of Depression On The Student's Academic Performances in STI Baliuag and Ways How To Cope With It
Practical Research
Prepared by:
Crizelle Delgado
Hannah De Guzman
Julyana Therese
Zedrick Paguia
Princess Thomas
The factors of depression of the students may be more serious than the adults.
Students have to deal with problems about grades projects and exams. There is also
about family, friends and death of the loved ones. When they don’t have something
that most of her friends have, for example latest gadgets, this can also cause
depression. There is also time when they are not given attention by the opposite sex,
they wonder if they are attractive and feel not contended about their appearances.
There are few numbers of students in STI who feel depressed so we end up to
this research study to help them overcome their problem. As a fellow STI’er we don’t
want them to experience the effects of depression, we want them to be knowledgeable
enough to be able to avoid it. The goal of the study is to detect who is at risk of
developing depression and who is not going to develop depression so we can prevent
these problems before they occur.
And also one of the purposes of this paper is to identify the factors that cause
teenage depression and also for us to spot a teenager who is struggling with
depression. This paper is also intended to help the teens nowadays who are struggling
with teenage depression. We will show that depression should just be a phase in a
teen’s life. They can overcome it, because many did already. We will also show them
that they shouldn’t make suicide as an option because there will always be hope for
everyone and that their life can still change. This paper intends to provide explanations
as to why teenagers may acquire teenage depression. Also, this is to inform everyone
what to doing case they would face a depressed teen. They should learn to be more
sensitive, patient and understanding when a depressed teen would approach them.
Lastly, to show that teenage depression is not just a simple but instead it is a
dangerous disease because many teenagers life ended because of this and that until
today many are still struggling with it.
STATEMENTS OF THE PROBLEM
At the end of this research study, we are expecting that we already determine
who’s more at risk in depression, and also identify the causes and factors of
depression on student’s academic performance in STI Baliuag. We are also
expecting that we can help a lot of people, not just juvenile but also adult to find
ways on how to avoid and cope with depression.
The scope of this study is limited only to the effect of depression on students’
academic performances in STI College Baliuag and ways on how to cope with it.
This survey is limited only for senior high school, college students and some
proctors of STI BALIUAG. The survey will answer only those who are chosen or
presents during that time that we conduct this study.
DEFINITION OF TERMS
The following terms are found throughout the literature review. Some of the terms
were not defined in the journal articles.
Psychotic disorders – A mental disorder that cause abnormal thinking and perceptions.
People with psychoses lose touch with reality. Two of the main symptoms are delusions
and hallucinations. Delusions are false beliefs, such as thinking that someone is plotting
against you or that the TV is sending you secret messages. Hallucinations are false
perceptions, such as hearing, seeing, or feeling something that is not there.
Mood stabilizers – It is medicines that treat and prevent highs (mania) and lows
(depression). They also help to keep your moods from interfering with work, school, or
your social life.
At what stage in life do more females become depressed than males, and why?
There is a 2:1 ratio of depressed females to males throughout the lifespan in
terms of descriptive course, possible causes, and treatment response. However,
childhood depression is more common in boys than in girls. With the transition to
adolescence, depression becomes more prevalent in girls; this trend continues
until middle to late adulthood. Females encounter more stressful negative events
and sexual abuse than males. 1 The stereotypical feminine gender role is
associated with depression more than the masculine gender role. Compared with
males, females have more negative cognitive vulnerabilities, and they tend to
cope through rumination. These different causal explanations can be integrated
into a developmental depression model to understand why more females are
depressed than males. Males and females do not differ in treatment seeking or
response for depression. 2
"The gap was already present at age 12, which is earlier than previous studies
have found," says Hyde. We used to think that the gender difference emerged at
13 to 15 years but the better data we examined has pushed that down to age
12."3 Although depression can occur at any age, its onset is typically between the
ages 24 and 44. Later onset may correlate with the absence of a family history of
depression. Fifty percent of people with major depressive disorder experience
their first episode of depression at about age 19, but this may be may be shifting
to the 30s. Studies find that the rate of incidence is higher among middle-aged
people. Teenagers are at risk for depression. The evidence is in teen suicide
rates, which are increasing yearly. The growing rate of depression in this group
may reflect growing pressure on young people to attend college and meet the
high expectations of their peers and parents. Problems with self-esteem may
result from failure or disinterest in meeting these expectations. Low self-esteem
can lead to a negative perspective of life and depression. 4
While we don’t know exactly what causes depression, a number of things are often
linked to its development. Depression usually results from a combination of recent
events and other longer-term or personal factors, rather than one immediate issue or
event.
Life events
Personal factors
Family history – Depression can run in families and some people will be at an
increased genetic risk. However, having a parent or close relative with
depression doesn’t mean you’ll automatically have the same experience. Life
circumstances and other personal factors are still likely to have an important
influence.
Personality – Some people may be more at risk of depression because of their
personality, particularly if they have a tendency to worry a lot, have low self-
esteem, are perfectionists, are sensitive to personal criticism, or are self-critical
and negative.
Serious medical illness – The stress and worry of coping with a serious illness
can lead to depression, especially if you’re dealing with long-term management
and/or chronic pain.
Drug and alcohol use – Drug and alcohol use can both lead to and result from
depression. Many people with depression also have drug and alcohol problems.
Over 500,000 Australians will experience depression and a substance use
disorder at the same time, at some point in their lives.10
Academic reasons – Tons or lots of school works, quizzes, reports and exam
which may cause stress. Poor performance or low grades in school due to peer
pressure, high expectations set by institutions, parents or self or failure. 11
Breakups or failed relationships – Breakups are much harder in adolescents
since most of them have no serious life responsibilities to keep the mind
concentrated on at that age.11
Although depression may occur only once during your life, people typically have
multiple episodes. During these episodes, symptoms occur most of the day,
nearly every day and may include:
Major depression is a mood disorder that affects the way you feel about life
in general. Having a hopeless or helpless outlook on your life is the
most common symptom of depression. Other feelings may be worthlessness,
self-hate, or inappropriate guilt. Common, recurring thoughts of depression
may be vocalized as, “It’s all my fault,” or “What’s the point?” 5
Depression can take the pleasure or enjoyment out of the things you love. A
loss of interest or withdrawal from activities that you once looked forward
to — sports, hobbies, or going out with friends — is yet another telltale sign
of major depression.5
Part of the reason you might stop doing things you enjoy is because you feel
very tired. Depression often comes with a lack of energy and an
overwhelming feeling of fatigue, which can be among the most debilitating
symptoms of depression. This could lead to excessive sleeping. Depression
is also linked with insomnia or sleep disturbances, as one might lead to
the other and vice versa. They can also make each other worse. The lack of
quality, restful sleep can also lead to anxiety.
Research shows that men with depression may have symptoms such as
irritability, escapist or risky behavior, substance abuse, or misplaced anger.
Men are also less likely than women to recognize depression or seek
treatment for it.5
Weight and appetite can fluctuate for people with depression. This experience
may be different for each person. Some people will have an increased
appetite and gain weight, while others won’t be hungry and will lose
weight. One indication of whether dietary changes are related to depression
is if they’re intentional or not. If they’re not, it may mean that they’re caused
by depression.5
For many people with depression, symptoms usually are severe enough to cause
noticeable problems in day-to-day activities, such as work, school, social
activities or relationships with others. Some people may feel generally miserable
or unhappy without really knowing why.
Common signs and symptoms of depression in children and teenagers are similar to
those of adults, but there can be some differences.
In younger children, symptoms of depression may include sadness, irritability,
clinginess, worry, aches and pains, refusing to go to school, or being
underweight.
In teens, symptoms may include sadness, irritability, feeling negative and
worthless, anger, poor performance or poor attendance at school, feeling
misunderstood and extremely sensitive, using recreational drugs or alcohol,
eating or sleeping too much, self-harm, loss of interest in normal activities, and
avoidance of social interaction.6
Depression is not a normal part of growing older, and it should never be taken lightly.
Unfortunately, depression often goes undiagnosed and untreated in older adults, and
they may feel reluctant to seek help. Symptoms of depression may be different or less
obvious in older adults, such as:
There's no one proven way that people recover from depression, and it's
different for everyone. However, there are a range of effective treatments and
health professionals who can help you on the road to recovery. There are also
plenty of things you can do for yourself to recover and stay well. The important
thing is finding the right treatment and the right health professional for your
needs.7
Psychological treatments (also known as talking therapies) can help you change
your thinking patterns and improve your coping skills so you're better equipped
to deal with life's stresses and conflicts. As well as supporting your recovery,
psychological therapies can also help you stay well by identifying and changing
unhelpful thoughts and behavior. 7
There are several types of effective psychological treatments for depression, as well as
different delivery options, and these are Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT),
Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), Behavior Therapy and Mindfulness Based Cognitive
Therapy (MBCT). Some people prefer to work one on one with a professional, while
others get more out of a group environment. A growing number of online programs, or
e-therapies, are also available.7
Learning about your condition – As with any health condition, the more you
learn and know about depression and anxiety conditions, the better able you will
be to work out what’s right for you. It may be worth talking to your doctor or
mental health professional about what you’ve read if you want to make sure it is
accurate and reliable.
Support groups and online forums – Support groups for people with
depression and anxiety can provide an opportunity to connect with others, share
experiences and find new ways to deal with challenges from others who have
experienced the same issues as you.
Relaxation training – It calms your body and mind, which in turn helps to
reduce anxious thoughts and behavior. It may also help you feel more in control
of your anxiety. There are several different types of relaxation training, such as
breathing exercises that teach you how to slow down and regulate your
breathing, or progressive muscle relaxation which teaches you to relax by
learning how to tense and then relax specific groups of muscles. Another type of
relaxation training involves thinking of relaxing scenes or places. Relaxation
training can be learned from a professional or done by yourself.
Family and friends – The people close to you can play an important role in
your recovery by providing support, understanding and help, or just being there
to listen. It can be hard to socialize if you’re experiencing anxiety or depression,
and many people tend to withdraw or avoid social contact. But spending time
alone can make you feel lonelier and cut off from the world, which in turn makes
it harder to recover.9
It is important to try to get out and spend time with your family and
friends, and keep saying ‘yes’ to social invitations – even if it's the last thing you
feel like doing. It can help to talk about how you are feeling with someone who
is caring and supportive. Even if you are not looking for support, it can still be
helpful to let family and friends know what you are going through, so they are
aware. This can help them to support you better. If you don’t feel like talking
and interacting, try an activity where you don’t have to make conversation, like
watching a movie or playing sport. Staying connected improves your well being
and confidence, and doing some physical activity has the added bonus of helping
you keep fit and bust stress.
CHAPTER III
METHODS OF RESEARCH
The descriptive method of research was used in this study. Descriptive method
of research is a fact finding study with adequate and accurate interpretation of
the findings, wherein the study is focus on present situations. It involves the
recording, description, analysis and the presentation of the current situation,
conditions, practices or any phenomena. Since the present study is concern with
the effects of depression on student’s academic performances in STI College
Baliuag and ways on how to cope with it, the descriptive methods of research
was the most appropriate methods we can use in our study.
The respondents of this study are those senior high school and college student
who were currently studying in STI College Baliuag. We can also consider as our
respondents those staffs and proctors of the said schools that are aware and
have an idea about depression that can help to broaden more our research
study.
DESCRIPTION OF RESEARCH INSTRUMENTS
We, the researchers had allotted vigorous time, effort and cooperation in
developing our questionnaire so as to serve its intended respondents. After our
Christmas break and New Year’s celebration, our team decided to construct a
questionnaire regarding our topic about the effects of depression on student’s
academic performances in STI Baliuag and ways on how to cope with it. The
survey was created using suitable questions modified from related research and
individual questions formed by us, the researchers. We collected the data by
means of survey questionnaire that compromises their name, age and gender.
The problem encountered by the respondents will be identified through the
second part of the survey questionnaire that was given to them. After
constructing our survey questionnaire, we printed it and we conduct our survey
at STI Baliuag then copies are distributed to our respondents. We explained and
discussed to them the main goal and purpose of our study. After the respondents
have taken the survey questionnaire, we read and checked their answers. After
collecting all the data, we tallied and computed them for interpretation according
to the responds of our respondents.