Work Experiences, Coping Mechanism, Resiliency and Support Systems of the Coconut Farmers’ Community during the Covid-19 Pandemic
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: This study analyzed the work, economic and social conditions of the coconut farmers' community during the COVID-19 pandemic.Also, it investigated the coping mechanisms as well as the support extended to them by their family members, the community and government.The factors that boosted their resiliency was also studied.The participants determined through purposive sampling include eight (8) coconut farmers who were infected by the corona virus, married, at least five years as coconut farmer, a resident in the Northwestern Cagayan, Philippines, and have given their full consent.A semi-structured interview was employed to elicit answers from the participants.An interview guide in vernacular was used.All responses were recorded, transcribed, and translated into English for coding.Positive thinking and problem-solving strategies were employed b in coping with the experiences and difficulties along work, economic and social conditions during the pandemic.They received moral, financial, and intellectual support from family, community and government.The Resiliency of the coconut farmers was boosted by religiosity, physical exercises and innovative learning.
Authors: Jose Sherief O. Panelo, Melvin S. Atayan, Chris Ian T. Rodriguez, Freddie P. Masuli, Lourdes M. Padirayon, May M. Leaño, Allan O. de la Cruz
Institution: Cagayan State University
Language: English
Topic: Resilience and Mental Health
Subfield: Clinical Psychology
Field: Psychology
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W4405199730