INSIGHTS AND PERCEPTION OF

THE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

STUDENTS GRADE 11
DEPARTMENT OF HOLY CROSS
COLLEGE OF CARIGARA ON
DEPRESSION

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INSIGHTS AND PERCEPTION OF THE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
GRADE 11 DEPARTMENT OF HOLY CROSS COLLEGE OF CARIGARA ON
DEPRESSION

A Research Study

Presented to

Mrs. Lorna A. Ponferrada

Senior High School Department

HOLY CROSS COLLEGE OF CARIGARA

Carigara, Leyte

In partial fulfillment

Of the Requirements for the Second Semester in

PRACTICAL RESEARCH 1

ANNIE C. MUSTAPHA

IAN RON D.G. REDAON

March 2018

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 ACKNOWLEDGMENT

The researchers would like to give their greatest gratitude to Mrs. Lorna A. Ponferrada for
even though sometimes they are not paying attention to your lessons, they have learned a lot of
knowledge and ideas and most especially learning from the said subject.

To the sister of one of the researchers, credits for the idea you have given her. It has been
a great help in opening and sharing up the researcher’s ideas.

To all classmates, friends, family, and loved ones of the researchers, a thank you for you
are their inspiration and motivation in starting, doing, and finishing this. For all the support, it will
never be forgotten.

Special mention to Ms. Ma. Cecilia Bello, a thank you for your undying support.
To both the researchers, Annie Mustapha and Ian Redaon. After all those unimaginable
and not so good happenings you have both encountered, you both made it. A huge
CONGRATULATIONS to you two! Go have fun and enjoy yourselves after this!

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

Title Page 1-2

Acknowledgment 3
Table of Contents 4
Chapter I 5-7
Introduction
Background of the Study
Purpose of the Study
Research Questions
Significance of the Study
Scope and Delimitation
Chapter II 8-10
Review of Related Literature
Chapter III
Methodology 11
Research Design
Sampling Method
Instrumentation
Data Gathering Procedure
Data Processing and Analysis
Chapter IV 12-24
Presentation, Analysis, and Interpretation of Data
Chapter V 25
Summary, Conclusions, and Recommendations
Bibliography 26
Questionnaire 27

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 CHAPTER I

INTRODUCTION

A. Background of the Study

Depression is the most common mental health problem worldwide, and in the
Philippines, figures reveal a surprisingly high number of cases among the youth
(abscbn.com). More than 3.29 million people in the Philippines are living with depression
and an almost equal number of individuals are suffering from anxiety
(beyonddeadlines.com). According to the World Health Organization-Philippines’s latest
global statistics said that more than 300 million people are battling depression, or an
increase of more than 18 percent during the period 2005-2015. In the Philippines alone, it
is estimated that 3.29 million people are living with depression and that 3.07 million are be
living with anxiety. Depression is a leading factor in suicide.

People having the depression described it as “living in a black hole” or having a

feeling of impending doom, feel lifeless, empty, and apathetic. Feeling down from time to
time is a normal part of life, but when emotions such as hopelessness and despair take hold
and just won’t go away, one may have depression. Depression makes it tough to function
and enjoy life like you once did. It is a major risk factor for suicide. The deep despair and
hopelessness that goes along with depression can make suicide feel like the only way to
escape the pain.

Major depressive disorder (MDD), also known simply as depression, varies with
gender and age; men, women, older adults, most especially in teens. Issues such as peer
pressure, academic expectations and changing bodies can bring a lot of ups and downs for
teens. If affects how a teenager thinks, feels and behaves, and it can cause emotional,
functional and physical problems. Teen depression isn’t a weakness or something that can
be overcome with willpower—it can have serious consequences and requires long-term
treatment (mayoclinic.org).

But, is it really depression? Or is it only an idea made up by the mind? By this, the
researchers would want to know the Insights and Perceptions of the Grade 11 students in
Holy Cross College of Carigara on Depression.

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 B. Purpose of the Study

This is a study of subjects with an idea about major depressive disorder. The
purpose of this observational study is to know what are the insights and perceptions of the
Grade 11 student-respondents in regards with depression; if it is a disorder or just a product
of imagination. And this study is for the awareness of the millennials and people around
the world about the issue.

C. Research Questions
1. What can the Grade 11 students of Holy Cross College of Carigara say about depression?
2. Is it only made up of our own minds?
D. Significance of the Study

The study would be of great help to students, parents, the community, and to future
researchers.

Students. This study would help them increase awareness about depression and how they
would act upon accordance with the person who is enduring the said disorder.

Parents. This study will help them realize what must and must not be done. This will aide
them in taking the correct path to go for their children’s sake. And this will also serve as an “eye-
opener” to them, enabling there to see the real scenario of the health nutrition factor of their
students. They should know important factors that will help their students towards the effect of
depression on the academic performances of the students. In order for them to envision the
important facts that may help their children abstain from being depressed. Moreover, this will
encourage them to work hand in hand with their children to enhance harmonious relationship
between their environment and in school and also with each other.

Community. This would encourage everybody to help the ones in need overcome or even
prevent having depression.

Future Researchers. This would be of great help to future researchers in aiding them to
reach and make the correct and proper research study. This will also help them learn all the things
that they need and do not know about the topic.

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E. Scope and Delimitation

The focus of this study is on the insights and perceptions of students in Grade 11
of Holy Cross College of Carigara on Depression.

The study involves specifically the Senior High School students of Holy Cross
College of Carigara.

The research limited its number of participants to a maximum number of 20

students for the whole Grade 11 Senior High School in HCCC.

In this regard, the findings of the study are only valid in this specific setting, the
campus of Holy Cross College of Carigara. And it cannot and must not be done to any
other sites.

The study will not be covering a certain period of time.

And lastly, the study is limited with the only research methodology used, which is,
a qualitative research.

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 CHAPTER II

REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE

Major depressive disorder (MDD), also known simply as depression, is a mental

disorder characterized by at least two weeks of low mood that is present across most
situation. It is often accompanied by low self-esteem, loss of interest in normally
enjoyable activities, low energy, and pain without a clear cause. People may also
occasionally have false beliefs or see or hear things that others cannot. Major depressive
disorder can negatively affect a person's personal, work, or school life, as well as sleeping,
eating habits, and general health (NIMH, 2016). Between 2–7% of adults with major
depression die by suicide (Richards, O’Hara, 2014), and up to 60% of people who die by
suicide had depression or another mood disorder (Lynch, Duval, 2010).

Stress and depression are issues that we barely give importance not until recently it
suddenly went viral and became a topic in social media. People often mistaken stress and
depression as synonymous or the same and a lot of people is not aware that they are stressed
or depressed proving that many of us is not knowledgeable of it. We all go through stress.
But what’s bad is if we left this untreated which could eventually lead to depression (Sadia,
Rubis, Elianic, 2017).

Some may also be confused between depression and bipolar disorder. Bipolar
disorder, also known as manic depression, involves serious shifts in moods, energy,
thinking, and behavior. Because it looks so similar to depression when in low phase, it is
often overlooked and misdiagnosed. If one have ever gone through phases where he/she
experienced excessive feelings of euphoria, a decreased need for sleep, racing thoughts,
and impulsive behavior, consider getting evaluated for bipolar disorder (helpguide.org).

Another confusion with depression is anxiety. Anxiety is the mind and body’s
natural response to events that are threatening. Too much anxiety can interfere with your
life. This can be treated and this is nothing to be ashamed of (dbsalliance.org).

According to Psychology Today, depression is an illness that increasingly afflict

people worldwide, interfering with concentration, motivation, and many other aspects of

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everyday functioning. It is a complex disorder, involving many systems of the body,
including the immune system, either as cause or effect.

Depression is a common mental disorder that presents with depressed mood, loss
of interest or pleasure, decreased energy, feelings of guilt or low self-worth, disturbed sleep
or appetite, and poor concentration. Moreover, depression often comes with symptoms of
anxiety. These problems can become chronic or recurrent and lead to substantial
impairments in an individual’s ability to take care of his or her everyday responsibilities.
And at its worst, depression may lead to suicide (World Health Organization, 2012).

Depression often co-exists with other mental or physical illnesses. Stress, bipolar
disorders, and anxiety are particularly common conditions that may be worsened by
depression (dbsalliance.org). Having this, there are symptoms given that can help you
know if one is depressed: feeling of helplessness and hopelessness, loss of interest in daily
activities, appetite or weight changes, sleep changes, anger or irritability, loss of energy,
self-loathing, reckless behavior, concentration problems, and unexplained aches and pains
(dbsallliance.org).

Depression varies according to age and gender. Depressed men are less likely to
acknowledge feelings of self-loathing and hopelessness. They’re more likely to experience
symptoms such as anger, aggression, reckless behavior, and substance behavior.
Depression in women are more likely to experience depression symptoms such as
pronounced feelings of guilt, excessive sleeping, overeating, and weight gain. It is also
impacted by hormonal factors during menstruation, pregnancy, and menopause. Irritability,
anger, and agitation are often the most noticeable symptoms in depressed teens – not
sadness. They may also complain of headaches, stomachaches, or other physical pains
(helpguide.org).

The disorder comes in many shapes and forms. Knowing what type of depression
you have can help you manage your symptoms and get the most effective treatment. Major
depression is much less common than mild or moderate depression. Melancholic
depression is characterized by a loss of pleasure in most or all activities (APA, 2000).
Atypical depression is a common subtype of major depression with a specific symptom
pattern (Smith, Jan.). Catatonic depression is a rare and severe form of major depression

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involving disturbances of motor behavior and other symptoms (APA, 2000). Dysthymia is
a type of chronic “low-grade” depression (Smith, Jan.). Postpartum depression, or mental
and behavioral disorders associated with the puerperium, refers to the intense, sustained
and sometimes disabling depression experienced by women after giving birth (Nonacs,
2007). Seasonal affective disorder or SAD is a form of depression in which depressive
episodes come on in the autumn or winter, and resolve in spring. The diagnosis is made if
at least two episodes have occurred in colder months with none at other times, over a two-
year period or longer (APA, 2000).

While some illnesses have a specific medical cause, making treatment

straightforward, depression is more complicated. Depression is not just the result of a
chemical imbalance in the brain that can be simply cured with medication. It’s caused by
a combination of biological, psychological, and social factors. In other words, one’s
lifestyle choices, relationships, and coping skills matter just as much—if not more so—
than genetics (Smith, Jan.).

According to an article, there are risk factors that makes one vulnerable to
depression. These include: loneliness and isolation, lack of social support, recent stressful
life experiences, family history of depression, marital or relationship problems, financial
strain, early childhood trauma or abuse, alcohol or drug abuse, unemployment or
underemployment, and health problems or chronic pain (helpguide.org).

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 CHAPTER III

METHODOLOGY

Research Design

This study employs emergent research design which defines as the study design that
emerges further insights that are gained through data collection and analysis. In particular, the
research examines the insights and perceptions of the grade 11 students in Holy Cross College of
Carigara on Depression and what can the respondents say about the people having the disorder.

Sampling Method

Our respondents will be 20 persons in total and all from the different strands in Grade 11
Senior High School Department of Holy Cross College of Carigara. In choosing the participants
of the study, the researchers randomly selected the respondents based on their will to answer our
questions, on experience, and a knowledge of the topic. Rest assured, the said respondents can
definitely relate to the researchers’ study.

Instrumentation

The main instrument used in the study is no other than the questionnaire.

Questionnaire. The interview guide questionnaire has three parts. Part I elicits basic
information on the profile of the Senior High School student-respondents such as age, gender, &
strand. Part II pertains to the information about the respondents’ insights about the topic of the
study. Part III is pertaining to the suggestions of the student-respondents to the people around the
topic depression. The format will be stated and given later in this research for copy.

Data Gathering Procedure

In gathering data, instead of having paper type questionnaires, the researchers interviewed
the student-respondents thru sending the questions online. The researchers sent it by message and
in return, replies with their answers.

Data Processing and Analysis

In analyzing the data, we tallied the information given in accordance with the similarities
of the answers. By this, the researchers used tables and charts to present the ideas properly.
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 CHAPTER IV

PRESENTATION, ANALYSIS, AND INTERPRETATION OF DATA

This chapter includes the presentation, analysis, and interpretation of data that have been
gathered from the questionnaires distributed to the student-respondents. This chapter also contains
the tabular form along with their corresponding interpretations.

RESPONDENTS GENDER AGE

1 F 17
2 M 17
3 M 17
4 M 17
5 F 17
6 M 17
7 F 17
8 F 17
9 F 17
10 F 16
11 F 18
12 F 16
13 M 17
14 F 17
15 F 16
16 F 16
17 F 17
18 F 17
19 F 17
20 M 17

Majority of the respondents were female with a frequency of 14 or 70 percent of the

population while the male had a frequency of 6 or 30 percent. The age of 17 garnered the highest
percentage of 75 percent or a frequency of 15. Followed by 16 with 4 or 20 percent. And lastly,
by 18, 1 or 5 percent.

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 GENDER
Male Female

30%

70%

AGE
16 17 18

5%
20%

75%

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 The respondents were then asked about their own opinion on depression. Each has the
following responses:

R#1: Depression is a common thing when we have a lot of things to do and you’re almost
stressed out.

R#2: Depression can negatively affect your emotion, action, and the way you think on a
certain thing that can cause anxiety.

R#3: Depression is the cause of over doing things.

R#4: Depression is where an individual who’s feeling down that it goes to the point where
he/she starts to think of suicidal thoughts.

R#5: Depression is a feeling of anxiety or stress wherein one doesn’t know what to do and
that he/she loses hope.

R#6: Being hopeless and helpless.

R#7: It’s when you feel really hopeless about life and as I’ve observed some of those who
suffered from depression, I think it’s a serious illness that only thyself knows how to get out of it.

R#8: A medical condition by which a person feels very sad and hopeless. It can also be a
condition by which a person is spacing out and forget about things due to vary reasons.

R#9: Depression is a mental illness that affects one’s thinking, emotions, and actions in a
negative way.

R#10: It’s a poison that kills people mentally prior to killing them physically.

R#11: Depression is psychological problem.

R#12: It is when you feel something you can’t even explain.

R#13: Depression is if you feel complete sadness when you are stressed.

R#14: Depression is killing your source of determination and optimism.

R#15: It is a state of being wherein a person is experiencing emotional suffering caused

by traumatic experiences.

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 R#16: Depression is an incurable mental illness and it has always been one of the rampant
issues that plague the world.

R#17: Depression is like stress felt by a person who has problems.

R#18: Depression is not just feeling sad. In fact, it is not just a feeling, it is a serious mental
illness.

R#19: Depression? It is hell.

R#20: Depression for me is a cause of having a problem.

REASONS FREQUENCY PERCENTAGE

Mental Illness 5 25%
Emotional Suffering 3.5 17.5%
Hopeless/Helpless 2 10%
Stressed Out 2 10%
Leads to having problems 1.5 7.5%
Cause of suicidal thoughts 1.5 7.5%
Hell 1 5%
Killer 1 5%
Poison 1 5%
Psychological Problem 1 5%
Causes Anxiety .5 2.5%
TOTAL: 20 100%

Summing up, mental illness is the first most reasoned out and known as a definition by the
population. Next is emotional suffering, being hopeless/helpless, stressed out, leads to having
problems, cause of suicidal thoughts, is hell, a killer, a poison, a psychological problem, and it
causes anxiety.

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 Have you been depressed?
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12

10

0
Yes No

Male Female

From the chart given, females are mostly depressed, with a total number of 13 votes in yes
which is 65% in the population and 1 vote in which makes it 5% for the whole population. While
in males, 4 of them said yes, 20%. And 2 for no, 10%.

Do you consider depression as a health problem?

5%
10%

Yes

No

Maybe

85%

17 of the respondents said yes, 12 from females and 5 from males. 2 said no, each for the
males and females. And 1 said maybe, from the females.

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 When asked why, their reasons include:

R#1: Yes. Because you become emotionally weak and physically weak. You can’t even
function your body well.

R#2: Yes. Because you can’t focus anymore and your action is already weird.

R#3: No. For me it’s a mental problem.

R#4: ‘Coz if you let your suicidal thoughts take over you, then… don’t expect to see the
sunshine again.

R#5: Yes. Because once a person is depressed its resistance and immunity goes down since
it loses its will to eat much of healthy foods and that a person becomes weak because of too much
thinking.

R#6: Yes. Depression is mental or psychiatric disorder which is an alarming health

problem.

R#7: Of course. Mentally, we can’t think properly and can’t be able to know what’s right
from wrong. Physically, we get tired easily even when getting yup from bed, eating properly, is
also a problem. Emotionally, it ruins or mood.

R#8: Yes. It affects one’s appetite that it makes them sick so basically, it is a health
problem.

R#9: Yes, because it is a mental health problem that is connected to some diseases which
can worsen your physical health.

R#10: Absolutely, it makes a person mentally unstable.

R#11: Maybe, because due to depression your health will be affected.

R#12: Yes, too much depression can lead to death.

R#13: Yes, because it can affect a person’s heart which is the main part of our health.

R#14: Yes. Depression roots all unwanted illness branching to create faulty logics and
stress.

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 R#15: Yes. Depression can also lead to some worst case scenarios such as conscious
breakdown or even thoughts than can lead to suicide.

R#16: Basically, it is a health problem. Health doesn’t include the physicality of a person.
It includes all aspects.

R#17: Yes, because it affects the person’s health in a negative way like improper eating
habit.

R#18: Yes, because symptoms of this mental ill may appear when left untreated.
Depression can cause you start feeling alone, helpless, hopeless, and worst case scenario—its
starts to give you suicidal thoughts.

R#19: Nope. It is not a health problem, rather it causes several health problems.

R#20: Yes, because when you’re depressed, you are also lack of energy and you don’t have
“gana” in eating.

REASONS FREQUENCY PERCENTAGE

Becomes weak 6 30%
Mental Problem 5 25%
Root of illnesses 3 15%
Health Problem 2 10%
Affection on the other parts of the body 1 5%
Death 1 5%
Improper eating habit 1 5%
Lost focus 1 5%
TOTAL: 20 100%

Frequently used reason is that the person with depression becomes weak. Second, it is a
mental problem, not a health problem. Third, it causes illnesses that are really not expected.
Fourth, a health problem indeed. Next, it affects the other parts of the body. Brings you death.
Cannot eat properly. Lastly, losing focus.

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 The next question states that, what are your insights to those who are currently
experiencing depression?

R#1: They seems unfocused and do not have control.

R#2: …”They are warriors who fight with monsters (depression)” and yes they are
suffering but then I know they will do everything to surpass this kind of challenge in life.

R#3: Pity.

R#4: for me, I think they are people who are having a lot of problems and instead of looking
for a solution, they prefer the “easy way out”. If you know what I mean.

R#5: I see them as strong and firm person because despite of what they are suffering they
are still fighting.

R#6: They’re really going through a hard time (I guess).

R#7: Depression is no joke.

R#9: People with depression hides it very well so that they won’t look depressed and it
increases physical/mental/emotional pain, but being mindful can protect you from depression.

R#10: I see them as people who are going through the same pain, or fighting the same
battle as me. Depressed people are closer to my heart. I feel a connection with them, knowing what
it feels like to be depressed.

R#11: They look pale and always in high temper.

R#12: They may have so much to think and they can’t handle it.

R#13: They always feel alone and they feel that it is already the end of their world.
Depression is also the reason why people commit suicide.

R#14: I pity those who let depression took control of their mind and body.

R#15: Most of the people experiencing depression are caused by problems relating to
social relationships.

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 R#16: I think society made them that way. And it is the ill insights and comments of
insensitive people that makes them suffer more.

R#17: I think they’re having a hard time overcoming it.

R#18: We can’t tell who is experiencing depression. You can’t tell behind those smiles and
happy face.

R#19: THEY ARE NOT CRAZY

R#20: They are the one who are experiencing hard problems.

INSIGHTS FREQUENCY PERCENTAGE

Going through a hard time 5 25%
Unfocused 3 15%
A great pretender 2 10%
Pity 2 10%
Depressed 2 10%
Alone 1 5%
“Madali sumuko” 1 5%
Not crazy 1 5%
Strong and firm 1 5%
Warriors 1 5%
Weak 1 5%
TOTAL: 20 100%

Going through a hard time is the most insight given by the respondents. Being unfocused
comes in second. A great pretender, pity, depressed, are next. Being alone, “madali sumuko”,
not crazy, strong and firm, warriors, and weak is next.

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 Do you think they are just making up having one or not?

12.50%
20%

17.50%

50%

Female Yes Male Yes Female No Male No

50% of the population of the female or 10 of the respondents said no. 17.50% for males or
2.5 of the population. With a total of 67.5% of the whole population said no. 20% of the female
population said yes with 4 of them. Adding up with the 12.50% of the population in male who also
said yes with a frequency of 3.5, 32.5% of the whole population said yes.

Most reasons in no says that, no one can make depression a joke. While in yes, one can
make up and fake it to gain attention.

The researchers also asked what they can say to those who are currently experiencing
depression. These are their responses:

R#1: Think the positive side and have enough rest. Just take a break.

R#2: always keep in mind that you can survive this situation because you’re a strong
person. Surround yourself with positive and supportive friends. Think positive and always pray to
God.

R#3: Next time, don’t overdo or over think things. KALMA LA KITA.

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 R#4: “Hey, if you’re going through a rough patch right now, don’t you give in to what
you’re feeling. Just let it go and move on. No matter how hard it is.”

R#5: Believe in yourself, trust in God. You can if you will. Just think positive.

R#6: If it’s severe depression they should immediately seek for psychological guidance.

R#7: Live life happily, though it’s hard. Just try.

R#8: Chin up, keep smiling. Life is better than what you’re experiencing. Be worthy and
love your life. God will always be there for you.

R#9: Just be mindful or be a positive thinker to reduce or protect yourself from depression.

R#10: Inhale. Exhale. Hold on. You got this.

R#11: Fighting!

R#12: Solve it.

R#13: They need someone to talk to or have a consultation to a psychiatrist. Depressed

people need to be open so that they will be able to let go all of their miseries inside their heart.

R#14: It’s best to consult a psychiatrist.

R#15: Pray. Surrender yourself to Him and He will make a way for you.

R#16: To those who are suffering from depression, I would like to tell you that life is
beautiful. Let’s not end it without putting a damn fight. I know its’s hard, especially if the people
around you just don’t understand, but please keep being strong.

R#17: Even though they are in a tough situation, they must be strong and learn to share
problems with others.

R#18: If you feel that it is always you against the world, remember that you are not alone,
this is not the end of the road.

R#19: Hold on to Him dear kid. Everything’s gonna be alright soon. Just pray. Lavyah.

R#20: Ask for help and talk to someone or share to your friends to lessen the depression.

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 A message for those “unbelievers” of depression as a serious problem was also asked from
the student-respondents.

R#1: Just understand those who are suffering depression. And maybe you’re one of those
who are suffering but you can’t identify it yet.

R#2: To those who are not taking depression as a serious health problem, all I can say you
will experience this one day because KARMA is a bitch.

R#3: Don’t underestimate depression because some people died because of it.

R#4: Even if you haven’t been depressed, you should avoid hurting yourself so bad
emotionally.

R#5: One’s life can be taken once depression will not be taken seriously. Depression can
kill people so it must and we should take depression as a serious thing.

R#6: What if they are on the same shoes as depressed people. What will they do and
experience.

R#7: I hope they realize that depression is something they should be aware of. It’s hard to
get out of it.

R#8: Depression was, is and will always be a serious problem. If you have a problem with
it, then you, yourself have a problem.

R#9: Either you’re taking or not taking depression as a serious health problem, it will
surely affect you negatively, so better to just take seriously to save yourself from depression.

R#10: If you're one of those people who laughs at a person for admitting he/she is
depressed or acts as if depression is no big deal, I hope you stop. You have never been in a
depressed person's shoes so stop acting like you've walked on the paths we did. Don’t say how big
or small of a deal something is unless you’ve been there yourself because if it's as easy as you all
say it is, then I'd wish right now for you to have it but no. Nothing about depression is easy so even
if a lot of you laugh or mock us for this, I would not come close to wishing for all of you to have
this because no one deserves this. I just pray you change your views about this matter for the
goodness of all people.

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 R#11: They must know how to handle their problems just for them to avoid depression.

R#12: If you don’t take it seriously you might not know, how to handle it.

R#13: Depression is definitely a serious health problem. Committing suicide is not a joke
so for other people who keeps bullying other people, it is the time to stop because you will regret
if you’ll see a person die because of you.

R#14: Depression is a serious thing. It pressures individual to misbehave and commit

unlikely to do things. It’s not like anything to joke about.

R#15: There’ll always be a time for them to experience everything. They just have to wait.

R#16: I just hope that they live well. I wish that they’d be more open and sensitive to the
people around them. Depression is not a fair fighter. I hope they won’t experience the same hell
that we do.

R#17: Depression must be taken seriously and not a joke. It is important to have someone
to lean on, socialize with others and take care of our mental health.

R#18: We have to be sensitive and be careful of what we say and do. Know and understand
what depression is. It is not a joke, especially to those who feel struggled, suicide can be the end
result.

R#19: It’s not an illness for me and no one shall look at those suffering people us little
ones. Because they are great in their own ways.

R#20: Depression is a serious health problems because it can affect your physical health.

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 CHAPTER V

SUMMARY, CONCLUSIONS, AND RECOMMENDATIONS

Depression is a serious, sensitive, and severe type of illness that a person can get. It affects
not only the mental, physical, but the whole being of a whole person. This, in particular, is also
being depressed in the sense that some people do not consider it as an illness. Instead, they think
of it as an alibi of others to gain attention.

Based on the data gathered, the researchers conclude, that the majority of the selected
student-respondents of the Grade 11 Senior High School Department in Holy Cross College of
Carigara has been taking and considering depression as a mental and health problem. Majority of
them also have concerns with the ones who are depressed. It only shows that, Holy Cross College
of Carigara students, specifically, the Senior High School Department, are kind-hearted. Some of
them are the opposite, but time may come and we may not know they will understand it well.

The researchers recommend factors to remember and use in coping up with depression.
Reach out to other people, get moving by doing regular exercise, eat a mood boosting diet like
sugar and refined carbs, and find ways to engage again with the world like volunteering.

If depression is severe enough to handle, the researchers would recommend to seek

professional help through therapies and medications.

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 QUESTIONNAIRE

Name (Optional):
Age:
Gender:
Strand:
1. In your own opinion, what is depression?

2. Have you been depressed?

3. Do you consider depression as a health problem?

• If yes, why?

• If no, why?

4. What are your insights to those who are currently experiencing depression?

5. Do you think they are just making up having one or not? State your reason.

6. What can you say/advice/suggest to those who are having and currently experiencing this type
of illness?

7. Do you have anything to say to those who are not taking depression as a serious health
problem? Yes and no answers are not allowed.

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