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Psychological Interventions for Young Filipino Mothers returning to the Formal School System (#866)

Felisse Marianne Z San Juan 1 2 3 4
  1. MAGEZI Training Events and Educational Services, Calamba City, LAGUNA, Philippines
  2. San Juan Psychological Clinic, Calamba City, Philippines
  3. First City Providential College, San Jose del Monte City, Bulacan, Philippines
  4. St Scholastica's College, Manila, Philippines

Background

The Philippines has one of the highest statistics for teenage pregnancy in the world and the number only increased due to the Covid-19 lockdowns. As the number rises, more young mothers decide to stop schooling to focus on the demands of their new roles. There are, however, those who understand the value of education and getting a degree and thus decide to return to formal schooling. This is a good showcase of resiliency and grit, and must be supported. Thus, psychological interventions that could assist them in successfully resuming education are significant. 

Aims

This study aimed to (1) investigate the experiences of young mothers in the Philippines, (2) determine the factors that affect their decision to continue or discontinue their education, (3) understand the perceived struggles, risks, and benefits that come alongside second-chance education, and (4) ultimately, propose a psychological intervention that can be pilot-tested and scaled with young mothers, particularly those intending to or have decided to return to the formal school system.

Method

The study used a case study approach to understand the experiences of teenage mothers in the Philippines.

Participants

The participants were selected through purposive sampling and were thirteen to nineteen years of age, have given birth at least once as a teen, have at least one live child, and may or may not be married and in a relationship at the time of study. Additionally, they were back in formal schooling whether in private or public schools in the Philippines. 

Instrument and Analysis

Researcher-made interview guides were utilized to gather information from the participants. Answers were analyzed using thematic analysis and served as the basis for the proposed intervention. 

Results

Teenage mothers, if given the chance and support - especially psychological, can successfully resume their studies notwithstanding the new responsibilities that come with motherhood. Interventions focused on building self-esteem, psychoeducation for the school and family, compartmentalizing, etc. are necessary.

 

  1. Joshua Amo-Adjei, Sonja Caffe, Zoe Simpson, Michelle Harris & Venkatraman Chandra-Mouli (2022) “Second Chances” for Adolescent Mothers: Four Decades of Insights and Lessons on Effectiveness and Scale-up of Jamaica’s PAM, American Journal of Sexuality Education
  2. Muraya, J.W. (2022). Giving teen mothers a second chance at education: UNICEF helps to bring more girls back to school.
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