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INTRODUCTION
discrimination that affected their academic success and retention. The self-esteem
is the negative or positive attitude that individual have of themselves and largely
violence with our values and legal feeling during puberty between birth sex and
According to the study of Hatchel et al., (2020), Cases such as these tend
to go unreported on campus, as victims do not feel school is a Safe space for them.
have been neglected or not given proper or necessary care or attention. Another
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community. Historically, Research about LGBTQ populations has focused
exist and the Global South as a space where LGBTQ people only experience
organizing by LGBTQ individuals is one way to resist This Binary framing while
Munhazim (2020). In the study of Schmitz et al.,( 2019) & Stewart &Kendrick,
(2019), Few studies have been conducted at high school sites to investigate the
themselves are arguably the most powerful agents of change, particularly In how
they choose to engage with the educational institutions where they are enrolled.
However, inequities still exist in states such as California, despite inclusive policies
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Republic Act No. 11313 or the Act Defining Gender-Based Sexual
“To give every women, men and even the LGBTQ peace
Wherever they go and because of this Law they feel safe
And the discrimination, harassment, and abuse are avoided.”
This law aims to provide 11th grade students with a measure of protection
against all forms of harassment based on their gender identity. It ensures that their
rights are protected and that they can learn in a safe and respectful environment.
The State also recognizes that men, women and LGBTQ must have equality,
security and safety not only in. Private, but also on the streets, public spaces,
The Students who are part of the LGBTQ community will be the beneficence
from the researchers’ research because they more related to the research that
researcher’s doing. The respondents of the researchers will be part of the LGBTQ.
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Statement of the Problem
Taytay senior high school about Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer
in Taytay senior high school about LGBTQ that affects their self-esteem?
high school about Lesbian Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ)
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Assumption of the Study
about LGBTQ that affects their self-esteem. The following assumptions were
made:
of information.
self-esteem.
4. The study might assume that greater visibility and acceptance of LGBTQ+
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Theoretical Framework
A strong correlation may be drawn between (a) minority stress theory, which
(b) a greater likelihood for psychological distress and physical health problems
among gay and bisexual men and other sexual minority populations. Stress theory
provides a useful framework to explain and examine health disparities and the role
In that regard, gay and bisexual men, along with other sexual minorities,
often draw upon personal and community-level coping mechanisms and resources
to develop resilience, coping and hardiness (Meyer, 2003; Ouellette & DiPlacido,
2001). Similarly, individuals who adopt a strong sexual minority identity may be
stressors particular to those with minority status. Individuals who identify as LGBT.
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Conceptual Framework
The first box refers to the perception about LGBTQ which consists of the
respondents profile such as the age, sex, and grade level and strand. In the bottom
The second box refers to the self esteem which is level of self esteem of
The third box refers to the process involves the selection, preparation, and
validation of item analysis for the research made-test, conducting pre-test and
The Fourth box refers to the Developed, Validated Manual about the
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (LGBTQ) that affects their self-
esteem.
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Selection of Participants ➢ Researcher Made – Test
1. Abusing
- 15 y/o and above
2. Gender Discrimination
- Male, Female, LGBTQIA+
3. Perception
- HUMSS students
4. Self-esteem
Perception about LGBTQ
• Acceptance
• Equality
• Gender Identity
3. Gender Discrimination
Developed, Validated Manual about the Perception of Grade 11
HUMSS students in Taytay Senior High School about Lesbian, Gay,
Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (LGBTQIA+) that Affects their Self-
Esteem. 4. Harassment
5. Perception
Figure1
Conceptual Model Showing the Perception of 6.
Grade 11 HUMSS students in
Self-esteem
Taytay Senior High School about Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender,
Queer, Asexual and Intersex (LGBTQAI+) that Affects their Self-Esteem
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Scope and Delimitation of the Study
senior high school about Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer
HUMSS students in Taytay senior high school about Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual,
Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) that affects their self-esteem in Taytay Rizal
fifty-threes (53) students from Opal, fifty two (52) students from Alexandrite, fifty
one (51) students from Chalcedony, fifty one (51) students from Jade, Forty eight
(48) students from Emerald, fifty three (53) students from Amethyst with a total of
348 respondent and they are chosen using the purposive sampling.
The study was conducted to determine which among the LGBTQ such as
school, family, community, media and government unit and perception of LGBTQ
since it is also important to the youth and became deeply concerned about the
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Significance of the Study
Students. This study will help students understand the impact their
perceptions can have on others. It can encourage them to be more inclusive and
Teachers. This study will inform teachers about how their students perceive
LGBTQ+ people and how it affects their self-esteem. This can help teachers create
a more inclusive classroom environment and identify students who may need
additional support.
School Administration. This study will inform leaders about the climate for
LGBTQ+ students in schools. This information can be used to develop policies and
LGBTQ+ People. This study will help LGBTQ+ people understand how they
are perceived by others and the impact it can have on their self-esteem. This
information can be empowering and can help LGBTQ+ people advocate for
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Definition of Terms
For the better understanding of the terms used in the study, the following
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Chapter 2
This chapter is a discussion of the literatures and the result of other related
researches to which the present study is related or has some bearing or similarity.
Literature
According to Care Nicole ef, ET, OL (2019). This study sought to determine
Mights in çan Fernando and can be valuable for advocacy” exports aimed at
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According to Peachy G. Domingo, Crismar M. Escobido (2024). In this
context, queer theory will be used to examine how participants perceive their
gender Identity in relation to the politics of sexuality. This analysis aims to ascertain
Filipino LGBTQ Community on their “coming out” experience with the following
coming out to their family; and 4) identify the coping mechanism they Employ in
Self-esteem
orientation still happens in many schools. This study looked into the diverse issues
and experiences of lesbians and gays as viewed by both heterosexual and lesbian
Kassandra Mae N. Valdez (2021). Some people often say things that are
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Challenges they experience everyday make them feel down and have difficulty
brought about by job, family, peers, school, and Community are some of the
sources of stressors in one’s lives. Some people have the ability to handle these
Events properly and correctly, while others cannot. Some have trained themselves
hopelessness due to daily challenges and stressors from different areas of life. It
stress well with those who struggle, with the goal of improving overall well-being.
Synthesis
According to Hatchel T., Valido A, De Pedro Kris T., Huang , Y,. Espelage
D.L (2019). This examine the relations among peer victimization, school
were expose to victimization predicted mental health issues like suicidal ideation.
This study explain and examine the relation among peer victimization
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issues of an individual LGBTQ youth like suicidal ideation. If analyze the
factors. These factors, not withstanding, lead to the actual idea of homosexuality
that stands against the standards of conventional sexual orientation and culture.
significant attention and become a point of discourse. This is primarily due to the
and communities. These struggles arise as they strive for social acceptance,
equality, and the unification of diverse sexual orientations and gender identities
within society.
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Studies
especially teens, makes them more sus-ceptible to the effects of bullying that often
bullying in addescence can impair the kens “Physical Psychological, and social
functioning.
According to Cote vicole Elizabeth Fotillar et al. (2019). This sway rought to
of the LGBTQ welfare,. And government interventions for LGBTQ welfare and
development
rights in San Fernando and can be valuable for advocacy efforts aimed at
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Self-esteem
esteem.
from family members. In this study, self-esteem was examined through self-
term “transgender” describes persons who display identities and behaviors that
such individuals, their gender identity, expression, or behavior does not conform to
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to describe individuals whose gender identity, expression, or behavior does not
align with the biological sex they were assigned at birth. This can include people
who do not conform to traditional gender norms or those who transcend typical
gender paradigms. It’s important to note that being transgender is not about
Synthesis
According to Metheny, N., Caruso, P., Chan, M., Hearty, G., Hennedy, P.,
Kumar, S., Lee, B., Obermeyer, H. & Wyne. A. (2020). Due to increased levels of
society with the Intention of better understanding the challenges and issues that
studies with a focus on mental health services and the requisite social support
LGBTQ youth are more likely to be bullied and harassed at school and in
other social settings. This can lead of feeling of isolation depression and anxiety
due to the above factors, LGBTQ youth are at a higher risk for mental health
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According to Alibudbud, 2022; Cleofas et al., (2022). In the Philippines,
research has shown that LGBTQ+ individuals experience higher rates of significant
depression, anxiety, stress, and overall poor mental well-being compared to other
groups.
It has also been highlighted that LGBTQ+ youth are particularly vulnerable
and should receive additional attention in terms of mental health support. The
research emphasized the need to elevate the discourse on the mental health and
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Chapter 3
METHODOLOGY
This chapter presented the research design, setting of the study, subject of
the study, procedure of the study instrumentation of the study and ethical
considerations.
Research Design
Their perceived knowledge of LGBT and how this affects their self-esteem. A
Descriptive study design was employed by the researchers. The goal of descriptive
Deemed to be the most appropriate since this study focuses on how HUMSS
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Setting of the Study
This study was conducted at the Taytay Senior High School located in
Taytay Senior High school 22 Int, B. Pagasa, Taytay, 1920 Rizal, Philippines.
During the School Year 2023-2024. The map presented on the next page. The
School was headed by a school Principal with teaching staff. Presently, the school
Offered Senior High School program (OHSP) and Alternative Learning System
(ALS).
The Mission of the school was To protect and promote the right of every
Filipino to quality, equitable, culture based, and complete basic education where:
other stakeholders are actively engaged and share responsibility for developing
life- long learners. The Vision of the school was We dream of Filipinos who
passinately love their country and whose values and competencies enable them
to realize their full potential and contribute meaningfully to building the nation. As
The School Mission is to provide accessible quality education for all Filipino
Learners, equipping them with essential skills and values. The Vision of the School
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Figure 2
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Subject of the Study
The subject participants of the study were Grade 11 HUMSS students, from
The seven (7) heterogeneous sections of Taytay Senior High School under the
K12 curriculum during the school year 2023-2024. We chose this respondents
group For two reasons. First, Grade 11 HUMSS students are likely to be at a
Developmental stage where they are forming their identities and exploring social
Issues like LGBTQ rights. Second, by focusing on HUMSS students, we can gain
Insights from a group that may have a more in-depth exposure to social justice
Topics. The sampling method we’ll be using is Purposive sampling, because this
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Procedure of the Study
On February 29, 2024, we presented our title proposal to the panels and
Were able to defend it successfully. From February 29, 2024 to March 15, 2024,
We completed all the required tasks for Chapter 1 successfully. On March 15,
2024, We successfully completed all the tasks required to create Chapter 1. Our
March 27, 2024. However, our research advisor returned our portfolio on April 2,
Sadly, the following day, April 3, 2024, our research advisor requested us to
Day, our advisor asked us to revise some sections of our Chapter 2. On April 5,
2024, we completed revising chapter 2 and printed it, but our research adviser
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Instrumentation of the Study
Grade 11 HUMSS students in Taytay Senior High School. Researcher will be using
Researcher-Made Questions
1. Have you eveer een attracted to your same gender? If yes, what did you
feel?
3. Why did you think that there is still LGBTQIA+ that is being bullied?
6. Why do you think that establishing rights for the LGBTQIA+ community is
significant?
8. In your own opinion, how do you think you will prevent the discrimination
against LGBTQ as a student?
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Ethical Considerations
Considerations the rights and values of the participants since they utilized
Were followed.
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Gantt chart of activities
Title Defense
Chapter 1
Revision of
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Revision of
Chapter 2
Chapter 2
Colloquium
Analysis and
Interpretation
Revision of
Final Draft
Final Copy
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