A comparative study on the coping styles and quality of life of selected dentistry students enrolled in an

online learning modality in a selected Private university.

Statement of the Problem

Studies about coping styles and quality of life among dental students and how it correlates to various
issues have been done in different Universities in the Philippines. Furthermore, several of those studies
are accomplished in other fields. Due to the current situation we are in, students are taking up classes
online. Hence this research addresses the gap about the coping styles and quality of life among dental
students who are enrolled in an online learning modality. The objective of this study is to assess and
compare the coping styles and quality of life of selected dentistry students enrolled in an online learning
modality in selected private university in the Philippines.

This study aims to specifically answer the following questions:

1. What are the different coping styles of the respondents?

2. What is the quality of life of the respondents?
3. Is there a significant difference between the coping styles and quality of life of the respondents?
4. Is there a significant difference in the coping style of the respondent when grouped according
to:
a) Age
b) Gender
5. Is there a significant difference in the quality of life of the respondents when grouped according
to:
a) Age
b) Gender