ALANGILAN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Science, Technology, Engineering and

Mathematics
“BEYOND FAMILY TIES: CHALLENGES FACED BY STUDENTS OF ALANGILAN
SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL LIVING IN EXTENDED HOUSEHOLDS.”

INTRODUCTION

Family, it’s a group of people that have ties to marriage, blood or adoption and
are connected with each other through their different societal roles by forming one
household. An extended household, on the other hand, refers to a strategy of living in
which several generations or several connected families share the same house or
property. An extended family includes grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, or other
relatives, which is more than the nuclear family of parents and children. In a family unit,
this means sharing processes, responsibilities and supporting each other.Extended
Household had been a common and increasing practice by Filipinos. This practice had
been part of culture and is already considered a coping mechanism against the sudden
changes in the economy before and after the pandemic. Such occurrences are often
caused by not being able to separate from your parents due to becoming less
independent; this kind of problem has been occurring throughout this generation (Edgar
Liu, 2016).

Identifying the experiences of students who live in extended families is a focus of

this discussion. This topic is known for multi-generational households. This means living
arrangements in which a family of several members resides at the same place. Various
benefits, such as financial and emotional support, can be obtained from an extended
household. However, students, particularly those living in an extended household, may
also face difficulties. What students who live in extended families may experience is
what we as researchers want to find out.

The experience of students living in extended households is something that we

seek to explore as researchers. We are interested in understanding the dynamics of
their family relationships, reasons for living arrangements and personal experience
within such a setting. In addition, the challenges faced by these students in an extended
family environment need to be addressed. How these difficulties affect their academic
performance and personal development is something to be explored. Finally, our
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research aims to illustrate the ways in which these students deal with their challenges. In
particular, we are interested in understanding who is providing them with emotional and
practical support during a difficult time. This research will provide valuable information on
the lives of students living in extended households and contribute to future aid
strategies.

The aim of the research is to examine the experiences of students living in

extended households, to identify the difficulties they face, to describe their coping
mechanisms and to produce a video that highlights their experiences. The study will use
interview guide questions to determine the experiences of students living in an extended
household, identify the challenges they face, and understand their coping mechanisms.
This research is important because it addresses a specific aspect of social dynamics
which has not been extensively explored in the context of Filipino education and will
contribute to our collective understanding of complex relationships between family
structure, well being and educational achievement.

The struggle to move around in daily life is a major concern for students living
with extended families, as they require adequate food, privacy, and attention. These
challenges can negatively affect their academic achievement, as they often struggle to
focus, lack private space, and have limited access to educational resources. The
purpose of this study is to deepen the experiences of students living in extended families
and to clarify the effects of such living arrangements. Despite the obstacles, living in an
extended family can encourage the moral growth of students thanks to a support
network, shared cultural values, and various interpersonal relationships. These factors
can contribute to their overall development and eventual success. However, it is
important to recognize the evolving nature of extended families, which can potentially
lead to negative outcomes that hinder students’ education.