Navigating the Challenges of Online Distance Learning: Silliman University Students' Coping Strategies and Psychological Well-being

Authors

  • Jaruvic C. Rafols Silliman University
  • Rochelle Marie C. Remollo Silliman University
  • Maria Roiselle D Nacu Silliman University
  • Rea Mae A. Cadeliña Silliman University
  • Lynnie G. Lacse Silliman University
  • Edna Gladys T. Calingacion Silliman University
  • Johanna Edith B. Rodriguez Silliman University
  • Anna Lynn L. Gio Silliman University
  • Mewkam WS. Señerez Silliman University
  • Sabinita P. Condicion Silliman University
  • Jessica B. Kitane Silliman University

Keywords:

Psychological Well-being, Challenges, Coping strategies

Abstract

The study investigates challenges and coping strategies among college students during the rise in online distance learning, highlighting this demographic's limited knowledge of psychological well-being despite extensive research. A survey of 676 college students revealed internal and external challenges, primarily related to connectivity issues like limited WiFi access, slow speeds, and power interruptions. The top coping strategy was emotion-focused coping strategies, like taking breaks. The study found that
college students' psychological well-being is generally average or moderate despite their vulnerability to adverse mental health consequences in online distance learning

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Published

2025-12-02

How to Cite

Rafols, J. C., Remollo, R. M. C., Nacu, M. R. D., Cadeliña, R. M. A., Lacse, L. G., Calingacion, E. G. T., Rodriguez, J. E. B., Gio, A. L. L., Señerez, M. W., Condicion, S. P., & Kitane, J. B. . (2025). Navigating the Challenges of Online Distance Learning: Silliman University Students’ Coping Strategies and Psychological Well-being. Silliman Journal, 66(2). Retrieved from https://sillimanjournal.su.edu.ph/index.php/sj/article/view/658

Issue

Vol. 66 No. 2 (2025): Silliman Journal

Section

Articles