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Item Prospects for a reproductive healthcare program in the Iloilo Rehabilitation Center (IRC): women inmates’ and IRC officials’ perceptions and recommendationsAlegre, Julie Anne B.; Amase, Jaisa Mhe A. (Division of Social Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences, University of the Philippines Visayas, 2005-03)The study aimed to determine how women inmates and IRC officials understand the concept of reproductive health and what factors influenced such understanding. It likewise sought to find out the perceptions of women inmates with regards Prospective RH Program in the IRC and their recommendations for effective program implementation. It also sought to determine the IRC officials’ views regarding a Prospective RH Program as well as then suggestions for an effective program implementation. Using purposive sampling, fourteen women inmates and six IRC officials were regarded as respondents of the study. In-depth interview with the IRC officials and a focus group discussion with the women inmates were utilized to unearth respondents’ idea of reproductive health and its components such as family planning, reproductive health- related diseases (STDs/ AIDS, breast cancers and ovary cancers) and sexual violence. Results of the study revealed that most of the women inmates and two IRC official respondents have not heard the term reproductive health but they have some knowledge on its components. Women inmates’ idea of family planning pertained to the proper way of using contraceptive methods while IRC officials viewed it as an economic means to alleviate poverty. Women inmates regarded themselves as responsible for their own health to be free from STDs/ AIDS, breast and ovary cancers. According to the IRC officials, STDs/ AIDS were acquired through sexual intercourse; thus, women must refrain from engaging in sexual activities with different men. On the issue of sexual violence, women inmates believed that it occurs among couples with lack of communication. The IRC officials held the notion of patriarchal belief as the reason for the continuing occurrence of sexual violence. The traditional roles of male as being biologically aggressive and female as submissive tied both groups of respondents’ idea on sexual violence. These beliefs validated the occurrence of sexual violence in the society, restricting women to resist violence acts. Results also showed both group of respondents’ appreciation on the implementation of an RH Program in the IRC. They underscored the role of the government for the success of the program through substantial allocation of budget. Furthermore, IRC officials emphasized the cooperation of women inmates, while women inmates stressed the participation of the IRC officials for effective program implementation. Presenting all the findings of the study, a program on reproductive health must therefore be implemented in the IRC. This program must focus on the concept of reproductive health laid down by the International Conference on Population and Development. The patriarchal belief must be extinguishe,d empowering women and making them aware of the ideas that resisting violence and being free from reproductive health-related diseases are expressions of their reproductive rights. Government must see to it that marginalized women such as the women inmates must have easy access to reproductive healthcare services and programs.Item Some psychosocial factors in adolescents' acceptance of sexual mythsAgrasada, Frotzi Ann B.; Sagge, Stacey Marie N. (Division of Biological Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences, University of the Philippines Visayas, 2005-03)This study investigated the relationships of psychosocial factors namely: family openness in communication, religiosity, attitude towards sex, and sexuality education with adolescents’ acceptance of sexual myths. One hundred (100) first year college students composed of 50 males and 50 females from a public school completed a series of survey instruments designed to measure the variables under investigation. Design of the study was correlational. To show relationships between variables, data were analyzed using the Pearson r correlational statistic. Statistical analyses showed support for the relationship between religiosity and acceptance of sexual myths, that is, the higher the religiosity, the more is acceptance of sexual myths. The study also found support for the relationship between attitude towards sex and acceptance of sexual myths, that is, the more conservative is attitude towards sex the more is acceptance of sexual myths. However this result was obtained for male respondents only. The expected relationships for acceptance of sexual myths and the other variables were not supported in this study.Item Nationalism in the poems selected from Guerrilla Flower, 1946: A postcolonial interpretationAbellar, Archie S. (Division of Social Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences, University of the Philippines Visayas, 2003-03-28)Poetry is a creative form for expressing an opinion with regard to a pressing situation. The poems selected in the Guerrilla Flower were manifestations of the perceptions and aspirations of the Filipinos, especially the Ilonggos, caught in World War II. The poems were published in Iloilo City after the Ilonggos experienced the turbulent years of the Japanese occupation. For them, the occupation was unforgettable experience that enabled them to affirm nationalism. However, underlying such affirmation was a tragic flaw, that is, they were complacent and inclined to sympathize with the Americans while being sarcastic and hostile towards the Japanese, even though these two foreign powers were both colonizers and worthy of condemnation. The realities of Philippine society under war led to distinct Filipino views and actions toward these two colonizers. After the process of distillation of the poems, the elements of nationalism, such as language, religion, and historical experience,e were tainted with colonial influences. The use of poetry for historical investigation has a seminal appeal since it maintains the rationale of interdisciplinarity—the fusion of literary criticism and historiography to bring out a better off and encompassing understanding of the complicated nature of present Philippine social reality. The use of postcolonialism as a theoretical tool enables the Filipino people to collocate the abject past and present to determine the effects of colonialism for the future.Item Family planning services availed by adolescent mothers in selected barangays in the Municipality of Miag-ao, IloiloCabrias, Clement C.; Sajonia, Twinkle T. (Division of Social Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences, University of the Philippines Visayas, 2003-03)The study aims to know the various family planning services availed by adolescent mothers in selected barangays in Miag-ao, Iloilo. Likewise, it deals with family planning services that are available to adolescent mothers and the factors that may affect the availment of the family planning services. The study was conducted in three selected barangays in Miag-ao namely, Barangay Aguiauan, Barangay Tumagboc and Barangay Valencia. To determine the total number of respondents, their names are listed from each barangay health station. Using the complete enumeration method, ten adolescent mothers were taken as respondents of the study. The interview schedule comprised of open-ended and close-ended questions was used for gathering data and a separate key-informant questionnaire was used to get the profile of each barangay health station and to gather information about their existing family planning services. Important findings show that there is no specific family planning program directed to adolescents but for the married, adult population only, yet adolescent mothers can be provided family planning services if they seek for it. However, there are only limited choices on the family planning methods offered by the barangay health station, exclusive only on pills and DMPA and sometimes condom. In general, adolescent mothers find little difficulty in availing family planning services from the barangay health station but their decision to visit the area and whether to use contraceptives or not and what to choose are affected by several factors. Information on what services are available and their knowledge of the methods are the significant factors that affect their decision. Moreover, their partners are also an important factor in their decision to avail family planning services. It was found that adolescent mothers solicit the opinion of their partners before engaging in family planning.Item Depression experiences and coping strategies of UPV Social Sciences studentsAbello, Merwin M.; Jison, Anne Therese G. (Division of Social Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences, University of the Philippines Visayas, 2005-03)Depression affects all kinds of people: young to old, rich to poor, famous to unknown. On students depression has been linked to poor school performance, absenteeism, alcohol and drug abuse, running away, and feelings of worthlessness and hopelessness. The study aims to find out the students’ personal experiences on depression and the coping strategies they employ for their depressed mood. It seeks to accomplish the following objectives: (1) To know the causes of depression as reported by male and female students; (2) To find out the effects of depression on male and female students; (3) To determine whether male and female students experience depression in different ways; and (4) To ascertain whether male and female college students who experienced depression differ in their coping strategies. The respondents of the study are students of the Division of Social Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences of the University of the Philippines in the Visayas. The survey method was used in gathering data. The respondents were selected using simple random sampling method. From the total population of the Division of Social Sciences, a sample size of sixty-two (62) was drawn using the fish bowl method. Then a self-administered questionnaire was distributed among them. The study shows that the common causes of depression among students axe greater academic demands, problems in the family and intimate relationship. Among male and female students, depression usually interferes with their academic and social functioning. The study also shows that male and female respondents have similar depression experiences. In coping with their depression, the respondents consider the problem-focused coping strategy. Majority of the respondents come up with strategies and activities that can help them in their depression. Both sexes in the study rely on the social support; but it was found out that females seek more social support than males do. The researchers recommend conducting the study using bigger sample as well as using a certain scale that would determine or measure the level of depression and the coping strategies of the respondents.Item Attachment to parents, psychological well-being, and life aspirations of children in selected coastal communitiesAraneta, Czarinnah G.; Suyo, Jee Grace B. (Division of Social Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences, Bachelor of Arts (Psychology), 2005-03)This study examined the level of attachment to parents and psychological well-being of the children and likewise the life aspirations of these children in selected coastal communities. Twenty-one males (21) and thirty-one (31) females with 12-16 years of age participated in this study. Two scales were used to rate the attachment to parents and psychological well-being of the respondents and an interview guide to know the life aspirations of the children. It was found out that the children of coastal communities generally have a positive psychological well-being and a high level of attachment to parents. The participants expressed their top three goals in life - finishing studies, life prosperity and service to God. They wanted to find high paying professional jobs and help in the income of their family. They also wished to live prosperously in a clean and peaceful community.Item Punjabi Indians in Iloilo CityAcosa, Jenelie A. (Division of Social Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences, University of the Philippines Visayas, 2006-03)Punjabi migrants can be found in the various parts of Iloilo City. They have been part already of the lives of many Ilonggos. A study concerning them would help the Ilonggos understand these people better. This would also be valuable in the promotion of harmony and understanding between these migrants and the Ilonggos. Furthermore it would also bridge the gap that existed between these two groups of people. This study is about Punjabi migrants in Iloilo City. It focuses on the factors that influenced them to move to Iloilo City, their life, future prospects as well as difficulties encountered and adjustments taken in their stay in Iloilo City. Specifically this study attempts to a) gather basic information about Punjabi migrants in Iloilo City b) identify and discuss the factors behind their migration to Iloilo City c) determine the difficulties encountered by these migrants and the adjustments they have taken to cope with these difficulties that they have encountered d) describe their life in Iloilo City e) determine the prospects regarding their business and back migration. The study made use of the library-research method as well as individual and group interviews of both Punjabi migrants and selected Ilonggo informants in order to meet the objectives of this study. Several factors influenced the Punjabi migrants to move to Iloilo City. Some of these factors can be attributed to their place of origin. These factors include: lack of economic opportunities, hesitance to go into farming, unfavorable living conditions, and limited community amenities. On the other hand, there are factors that can be attributed to their place of destination, Iloilo City. These factors include: presence of friends and relatives, better economic opportunities and availability and accessibility to community services. In Iloilo City, they encountered difficulties that they were able to adjust. They engaged in the business of peddling and lending for them to earn their living. They still preserve some of their own customs and practices identifiable to them, although they are now living in Iloilo City. In the future, they would like to expand their business, and they would like to entertain the possibility of back migration.Item Concept of friendship and social network of children in Dao Elementary Central School, CapizApolinario, Charmaine Joy B.; Tuto, Angeles Jill D. (Division of Social Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences, University of the Philippines Visayas, 2004-03)Apolinario, Charmaine Joy B. and Tuto, Agnes Jill D. (March, 2004). Concept of Friendship and Social Network of Children in Dao Elementary Central School, Capiz. A research project submitted to the Division of Social Sciences, University of the Philippines in the Visayas, Miag-ao Iloilo. This is a descriptive study of children’s concept of friendship and their social network. This sought to know the concept of children about friendship and how they form their social network. Likewise, it also examined the kind of relationship among children. A total of sixty (60) participants were randomly chosen in the study. Out of the total participants, 29 were males and 31 females. The participants were obtained from Dao Central School Capiz using fishbowl method of simple random sampling. In gathering data, an open-ended questionnaire, Furman Friendship questionnaire and the Kite Network were used. Percentage, frequency distribution and average mean were used as tools of analysis. Friendship of children is determined on the basis of the good attitude that friends have to each other. The importance of gender and age were emphasized in viewing friendship and in forming children’s social networks. School serves as a venue to where children find their friends, children also gain friends through texting. In children’s social network, children were closely interconnected to same age and gender friends.Item A short-run estimate of electricity consumption among selected barangays in the town proper of OtonApuang, Anna Mae L.; Lobrin, Raphael C. (Division of Social Sicences, College of Arts and Sciences, University of the Philippines Visayas, 2004-03)The electricity demand estimation was conducted in the municipality of Oton, Iloilo Province; specifically between 2 town proper barangays and among 125 out of 1246 households it also describes the socio-economic profile of the respondents. The econometric model’s dependent variable was the households’ electricity consumption in kilowatt-hours, while the independent variables used in the study were marginal price of electricity, household size, monthly household expenditures, average price of LPG, and dummy variables for major appliances, namely: refrigerator, air conditioner, TV, and fan. The modified double-log form was chosen to correct for non-normality. The resulting R-square was .631. The price and income coefficient is inelastic, as expected of a necessity, although the sign of the former is unexpectedly positive. Thus, consumption increases along with improvements in the appliance stock. Appliances, like air conditioners and refrigerators, are expectedly among the most influential variables. Income is inelastic, showing that electricity is a normal good. The consumption of liquid petroleum gas has no significant impact on electricity consumption since LPG serves to fulfill the minimum requirement of heating fuel. The household size and fuel variable are significant, yet at a lesser degree. The non-significant variables are the TV and fan appliance variable.Item Indigenous knowledge, beliefs, and practices in rice farming of people in Cuyo Island, PalawanAcero, Agnes B.; Prado, Edelyn A. (Division of Social Scviences, College of Arts and Sciences, University of the Philippines Visayas, 2005-03)This study was conducted to determine the indigenous knowledge, beliefs, and practices in rice farming of people in Cuyo Island, Palawan. It also aims to find out the indigenous knowledge, beliefs and practices in planting, harvesting, storing, processing, and selling rice products. Both primary and secondary data are used in this study. Data collection was done using interview schedule. Two sets of respondents were interviewed to collect data - the farmers and some key informants such as the barangay captains, and the oldest people of the two (2) barangays. The study was conducted in the barangays of the Municipality of Magsaysay, Cuyo Island, Palawan. These barangays are Igabas, Emilod, and Balaguen. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics. Results of the study show that Cuyunon farmers have many existing traditional practices related to planting, harvesting, storing, processing, and selling rice products. It also shows that Cuyunons practice traditional farming in the same way that upland rice farmers in some parts of the Philippines do. Based on the results the researchers recommend that the following aspects about the Cuyunon farmers should also be studied: (1) existing development programs implemented by the Government Agencies, and NGOs related to rice farming in the locality; (2) assessments of farmers attitude towards these programs; (3) accessibility of the technology introduced by these agencies; and (4) feasibility of establishment of a people’s organization among the farmers.