UST ANGELICUM COLLEGE
112 M.J. Cuenco St., Brgy. Sto. Domingo, Quezon City 1114 DL: 712-1745, TL: 732-3725, 732-4239/43
www.ustangelicum.edu.ph
Statement of the Problem:
1. What is the demographic profile of COVID-19 survivors in terms of the following:
1.1. Age
1.2. Sex
2. What psychosocial problems do the COVID-19 survivors experienced when
dealing with the virus?
3. What agencies become a good source of psychosocial support among COVID19 survivors?
4. What are the psychosocial support received by COVID-19 survivors in terms of?
4.1. sense of safety
4.2. calming
4.3. self and community efficacy
4.4. social connectedness
4.5. hope
5. What is the role of psychosocial support on COVID-19 survivors?
6. Is there a significant difference between the psychosocial support the survivors
received depending on their age range?
UST ANGELICUM COLLEGE
112 M.J. Cuenco St., Brgy. Sto. Domingo, Quezon City 1114 DL: 712-1745, TL: 732-3725, 732-4239/43
www.ustangelicum.edu.ph
January 30, 2020
MRS. URDUJA C. GALANG, M.A.
Principal, Senior High School Department
Dear Mrs. Galang:
Greetings!
The undersigned researchers are currently working on a study entitled “In Quarantine: The Role
of Psychosocial Support Among COVID-19 Survivors” as part of our final requirements in
Culminating Research Project. The purpose of this study is to recognize role of psychosocial
support among COVID-19 survivors.
In line with this, we are asking your good office to allow us conduct the said investigation inside
our school premises. We intend to sample 50 to 100 COVID-19 survivors ages 15 to 34 and 35
to 65. Since collection of data involves administration of our survey instrument, there are no
assumed associated risks in this activity. Rest assured that all information that will be gathered
from the learners shall remain confidential and will be used, analyzed, interpreted, and reported
for this research work only. Attached is the copy of our research instrument.
Thank you for your positive response regarding this request.
Sincerely,
KRISTHEA YDA NAZRENE W. BRION
N. GUZMAN
JACOB V. LIMPIN
Noted:
MR. ALVIN B. BARCELONA
Research Adviser
ABIEGAIL MARY P. GARCIA GARNETT GABRIEL
LEIGH ISHA D. LAZATIN
UST ANGELICUM COLLEGE
112 M.J. Cuenco St., Brgy. Sto. Domingo, Quezon City 1114 DL: 712-1745, TL: 732-3725, 732-4239/43
www.ustangelicum.edu.ph
January 29, 2020
Dear Respondents:
Greetings!
The undersigned researchers are currently working on a study entitled “In Quarantine:
The Role of Psychosocial Support Among COVID-19 Survivors”” as part of our final
requirements in Culminating Research Project. The purpose of this study is to recognize
role of psychosocial support among COVID-19 survivors.
In line with this, we are asking you to participate in this undertaking and answer this survey
as honestly as possible. Rest assured that all information you provide shall remain
confidential and will be used, analyzed, interpreted, and reported for this research work
only.
Thank you for sharing your time.
Sincerely,
KRISTHEA YDA NAZRENE W. BRION ABIEGAIL MARY P. GARCIA GARNETT GABRIEL
N. GUZMAN JACOB V. LIMPIN LEISH ISHA D. LAZATIN
Noted:
MR. ALVIN B. BARCELONA
Research Adviser
UST ANGELICUM COLLEGE
112 M.J. Cuenco St., Brgy. Sto. Domingo, Quezon City 1114 DL: 712-1745, TL: 732-3725, 732-4239/43
www.ustangelicum.edu.ph
Name (Optional): ________________
Age:
15 – 19
20 – 29
30 – 39
40 - above
Sex: ________________
Directions: Put a check inside the box which corresponds to the level of severity you experienced with
these psychosocial problems.
I. Common psychosocial problems encountered by COVID-19 survivors
Statements
1. Not having the freedom to do the things I
enjoyed pre-pandemic made me feel
stressed.
2. My recklessness made me angry
because it exposed not only me but my
family to the virus.
3. The fear of being blamed made me
hesitate in telling my family that I was
experiencing COVID-19 symptoms.
4. I was afraid of being discriminated
against/labeled as negligent or ignorant
by my neighbors because I am COVID-19
positive.
5. I felt worried because my family will have
to cover the large cost of medical care for
the virus.
6. I felt angry because I can’t be of help to
my family due to me being in
quarantine/isolation.
7. Not being able to do work/school works
felt stressful because I felt like I was
getting left behind.
8. I felt anxious whenever I heard people in
the hospital with me pass away because
of the virus.
9. The uncertainty regarding my health
made me feel anxious.
Strongly
Agree
(4)
Agree
(3)
Disagree
(2)
Strongly
Disagree
(1)
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medical care when there are
unfortunate people who need it more.
11. I feel guilty for recovering when there are
thousands who are still suffering from the
virus.
12. I feel like people will look at me differently
[or in a bad way] because I contracted the
virus.
13. Even though I already tested negative, I
feel like my friends/peers are still avoiding
me.
14. I feel like I was alone the whole journey of
my COVID-19 experience.
15. I believe that I am responsible for
spreading the virus to the people around
me.
Others:
II. Psychosocial support received by COVID-19 survivors
Statements
1. Our LGU was quick to assist me to
medical facilities/isolation wards.
2. I was given immediate care when I was
admitted to the hospital.
3. I had a comfortable isolation ward/room
where I felt safe from other
diseases/risks.
4. The health protocols were implemented
and applied properly at the hospital/health
center that I stayed at.
5. During my recovery process, I received
kind messages from my friends and
family.
6. The doctors and nurses radiated
confidence in treating me which made me
feel at ease.
7. I was given daily or weekly updates
regarding my health.
8. I felt my family’s presence when I was
recovering from COVID-19.
9. My peers/colleagues kept asking for
updates about me.
10. My community helped in every way
possible for me to recover quickly.
11. I always received assurance from my
friends and family that I will get better.
12. Seeing the higher recovery rates made
me feel hopeful of my situation.
Strongly
Agree
(4)
Agree
(3)
Disagree
(2)
Strongly
Disagree
(1)
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14. I was able to get back on my feet after
recovering from COVID-19.
15. Vaccines were immediately distributed in
our area once made available.
III.
Sources of psychosocial support
To what extent did the following agencies give you
psychosocial support?
To a great
extent
(4)
To a
certain
extent
(3)
To a
lesser
extent
(2)
Agree
(3)
Disagree
(2)
Not at all
(1)
1. Caregivers
2. Family members
3. Friends/Peers
4. Neighbors
5. Teachers and School community
6. Health Workers
7. Community members
8. Government
Others:
IV. The role of psychosocial support on COVID-19 survivors
Because of the psychosocial support I received…
1. I developed a more positive attitude during
my recovery period.
2. I felt like my overall health was improving.
3. I recovered more quickly.
4. I recognized different sources of
help/support.
Strongly
Agree
(4)
Strongly
Disagree
(1)
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5. I feel loved
and cherished by the people
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around me.
6. It helped me cope better with the situation.
7. It helped me build a stronger relationship
with my friends and family.
8. It helped me build a stronger connection with
my community.
As of September 10, 2021, the number of recoveries has surpassed the number of COVID
related deaths in the Philippines. This study aims to recognize the role of psychosocial
support among COVID-19 survivors. The snowball sampling method was utilized to
identify the respondents needed for this study. Surveys were deployed using a self-made
instrument to gather data validated through content-validity. One-hundred nine
respondents were gathered to participate, thirty-eight (38) being male and seventy-one
(71) being female. This study focused on the common psychosocial problems
encountered, the psychosocial support received in terms of the five elements of
psychosocial care based on Hobfoll’s article, and the sources of psychosocial support.
Findings revealed that the role of psychosocial support on the COVID-19 survivors was
evident during their recovery process. The results imply that psychosocial support played
a significant role in helping the survivors cope with the problems brought about by the
pandemic and the virus. The overall psychosocial support received by the respondents
was described to be moderately high. However, among the five elements, the
respondents received a high level of hope. It was also revealed that there was no
significant difference between the overall psychosocial support received by COVID-19
survivors. Female respondents were deemed to have received more psychosocial
support than male respondents. Although, due to the unbalanced number of male and
female respondents, it cannot be concluded that females receive more support. Also,
those aging between twenty (20) to twenty-nine (29) received the most psychosocial
support than those aging between fifteen (15) to nineteen (19).