Coping Mechanisms of Foreign Students in Baguio City: An Ethnograthic Approach

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Coping Mechanisms of Foreign Students in Baguio City: An Ethnograthic Approach

Journal Title: IOSR Journal of Research & Method in Education (IOSRJRME) - Year 2018, Vol 8, Issue 6

Abstract

Abstract: Background: Different situations call for different ways of coping and adjustment. This research aims to explore on the different coping mechanisms utilized by foreign students studying in Baguio city. With over 61,000 foreign students flocking the country and over 5000 living in Baguio City, stress and coping mechanism can be defined by a myriad of factors. Methodology: Ethnographic qualitative research design. Participants included foreign students studying in Baguio city. Data gathering tools used included focused group discussions, semi structured interviews and participant observation which were collated through field notes and transcript files. Focused group discussion, semi structured interviews and participant observation were done in participating schools and academies. Results: the themes communication, learning the English Language, environment, homesickness and discrimination emerged as the sources of stress while the themes, getting enough rest and sleep, leisure activities, Active participation in sports and exercise, communicating with significant others, drinking and traveling.Conclusions: Stress is greatly influenced by the host country’s culture which includes the physical environment, people, communication patterns and ways of living and by internal factors and issues from their own culture. Coping mechanisms employed by most foreign students include social activities and interactions within their conational or with other international students. Maladaptive coping mechanisms are viewed as temporarily relief to the stresses experienced.

Authors and Affiliations

Sharon Jepchumba Kosgey, Victor Emali Mukaka

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EP ID EP416560
DOI 10.9790/7388-0806032333.
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