ORIGINAL RESEARCH article
Impact of the covid-19 pandemic on physical and mental health in lower and upper middle-income asian countries: a comparison between the philippines and china.
- 1 College of Medicine, University of the Philippines Manila, Manila, Philippines
- 2 Faculty of Education, Institute of Cognitive Neuroscience, Huaibei Normal University, Huaibei, China
- 3 Department of Psychological Medicine, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
- 4 Southeast Asia One Health University Network, Chiang Mai, Thailand
- 5 Department of Psychological Medicine, National University Health System, Singapore, Singapore
- 6 Institute of Health Innovation and Technology (iHealthtech), National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
Objective: The differences between the physical and mental health of people living in a lower-middle-income country (LMIC) and upper-middle-income country (UMIC) during the COVID-19 pandemic was unknown. This study aimed to compare the levels of psychological impact and mental health between people from the Philippines (LMIC) and China (UMIC) and correlate mental health parameters with variables relating to physical symptoms and knowledge about COVID-19.
Methods: The survey collected information on demographic data, physical symptoms, contact history, and knowledge about COVID-19. The psychological impact was assessed using the Impact of Event Scale-Revised (IES-R), and mental health status was assessed by the Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale (DASS-21).
Findings: The study population included 849 participants from 71 cities in the Philippines and 861 participants from 159 cities in China. Filipino (LMIC) respondents reported significantly higher levels of depression, anxiety, and stress than Chinese (UMIC) during the COVID-19 ( p < 0.01) while only Chinese respondents' IES-R scores were above the cut-off for PTSD symptoms. Filipino respondents were more likely to report physical symptoms resembling COVID-19 infection ( p < 0.05), recent use of but with lower confidence on medical services ( p < 0.01), recent direct and indirect contact with COVID ( p < 0.01), concerns about family members contracting COVID-19 ( p < 0.001), dissatisfaction with health information ( p < 0.001). In contrast, Chinese respondents requested more health information about COVID-19. For the Philippines, student status, low confidence in doctors, dissatisfaction with health information, long daily duration spent on health information, worries about family members contracting COVID-19, ostracization, and unnecessary worries about COVID-19 were associated with adverse mental health. Physical symptoms and poor self-rated health were associated with adverse mental health in both countries ( p < 0.05).
Conclusion: The findings of this study suggest the need for widely available COVID-19 testing in MIC to alleviate the adverse mental health in people who present with symptoms. A health education and literacy campaign is required in the Philippines to enhance the satisfaction of health information.
Introduction
The World Health Organization (WHO) declared coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) to be a Public Health Emergency of International Concern on January 30 ( 1 ) and a pandemic on March 11, 2020 ( 2 ). COVID-19 predominantly presents with respiratory symptoms (cough, sneezing, and sore throat), along with fever, fatigue and myalgia. It is thought to spread through droplets, contaminated surfaces, and asymptomatic individuals ( 3 ). By the end of April, over 3 million people have been infected globally ( 4 ).
The first country to identify the novel virus as the cause of the pandemic was China. The authorities responded with unprecedented restrictions on movement. The response included stopping public transport before Chinese New Year, an annual event that sees workers' mass emigration to their hometowns, and a lockdown of whole cities and regions ( 1 ). Two new hospitals specifically designed for COVID-19 patients were rapidly built in Wuhan. Such measures help slow the transmission of COVID-19 in China. As of May 2, there are 83,959 confirmed cases and 4,637 deaths from the virus in China ( 4 ). The Philippines was also affected early by the current crisis. The first case was suspected on January 22, and the country reported the first death from COVID-19 outside of mainland China ( 5 ). Similar to China, the Philippines implemented lockdowns in Manila. Other measures included the closure of schools and allowing arrests for non-compliance with measures ( 6 ). At the beginning of May, the Philippines recorded 8,772 cases and 579 deaths ( 4 ).
China was one of the more severely affected countries in Asia in the early stage of pandemic ( 7 ) while the Philippines is still experiencing an upward trend in the COVID-19 cases ( 6 ). The gross national income (GNI) per capita of the Philippines and China are USD 3,830 and 9,460, respectively, were classified with lower (LMIC) and upper-middle-income countries (UMIC) by the Worldbank ( 8 ). During the COVID-19 pandemic, five high-income countries (HIC), including the United States, Italy, the United Kingdom, Spain, and France, account for 70% of global deaths ( 9 ). The HIC faced the following challenges: (1) the lack of personal protection equipment (PPE) for healthcare workers; (2) the delay in response strategy; (3) an overstretched healthcare system with the shortage of hospital beds, and (4) a large number of death cases from nursing homes ( 10 ). The COVID-19 crisis threatens to hit lower and middle-income countries due to lockdown excessively and economic recession ( 11 ). A systematic review on mental health in LMIC in Asia and Africa found that LMIC: (1) do not have enough mental health professionals; (2) the negative economic impact led to an exacerbation of mental issues; (3) there was a scarcity of COVID-19 related mental health research in Asian LMIC ( 12 ). This systematic review could not compare participants from different middle-income countries because each study used different questionnaires. During the previous Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) epidemic, the promotion of protective personal health practices to reduce transmission of the SARS virus was found to reduce the anxiety levels in the community ( 13 ).
Before COVID-19, previous studies found that stress might be a modifiable risk factor for depression in LMICs ( 14 ) and UMICs ( 15 – 17 ). Another study involving thirty countries found that unmodifiable risk factors for depression included female gender, and depression became more common in 2004 to 2014 compared to previous periods ( 18 ). Further, there were cultural differences in terms of patient-doctor relationship and attitudes toward healthcare systems before the COVID-19 pandemic. In China, <20% of the general public and medical professionals view the doctor and patient relationship as harmonious ( 19 ). In contrast, Filipino seemed to have more trust and be compliant to doctors' recommendations ( 20 ). Patient satisfaction was more important than hospital quality improvement to maintain patient loyalty to the Chinese healthcare system ( 21 ). For Filipinos, improvement in the quality of healthcare service was found to improve patients' satisfaction ( 22 ).
Based on the above studies, we have the following research questions: (1) whether COVID-19 pandemic could be an important stressor and risk factor for depression for the people living in LMIC and UMIC ( 23 ), (2) Are physical symptoms that resemble COVID-19 infection and other concerns be risk factors for adverse mental health? (3) Are knowledge of COVID-19 and health information protective factors for mental health? (4) Would there be any cultural differences in attitudes toward doctors and healthcare systems during the pandemic between China and the Philippines? We hypothesized that UMIC (China) would have better physical and mental health than LMIC (the Philippines). The aims of this study were (a) to compare the physical and mental health between citizens from an LMIC (the Philippines) and UMIC (China); (b) to correlate psychological impact, depression, anxiety, and stress scores with variables relating to physical symptoms, knowledge, and concerns about COVID-19 in people living in the Philippines (LMIC) and China (UMIC).
Study Design and Study Population
We conducted a cross-cultural and quantitative study to compare Filipinos' physical and mental health with Chinese during the COVID-19 pandemic. The study was conducted from February 28 to March 1 in China and March 28 to April 7, 2020 in the Philippines, when the number of COVID-19 daily reported cases increased in both countries. The Chinese participants were recruited from 159 cities and 27 provinces. The Filipino participants, on the other hand, were recruited from 71 cities and 40 provinces representing the Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao archipelago. A respondent-driven recruitment strategy was utilized in both countries. The recruitment started with a set of initial respondents who were associated with the Huaibei Normal University of China and the University of the Philippines Manila; who referred other participants by email and social network; these in turn refer other participants across different cities in China and the Philippines.
As both Chinese and Filipino governments recommended that the public minimize face-to-face interaction and isolate themselves during the study period, new respondents were electronically invited by existing study respondents. The respondents completed the questionnaires through an online survey platform (“SurveyStar,” Changsha Ranxing Science and Technology in China and Survey Monkey Online Survey in the Philippines). The Institutional Review Board of the University of Philippines Manila Research Ethics Board (UPMREB 2020-198-01) and Huaibei Normal University (China) approved the research proposal (HBU-IRB-2020-002). All respondents provided informed or implied consent. The collected data were anonymous and treated as confidential.
This study used the National University of Singapore COVID-19 questionnaire, and its psychometric properties had been established in the initial phase of the COVID-19 epidemic ( 24 ). The National University of Singapore COVID-19 questionnaire consisted of questions that covered several areas: (1) demographic data; (2) physical symptoms related to COVID-19 in the past 14 days; (3) contact history with COVID-19 in the past 14 days; and (4) knowledge and concerns about COVID-19.
Demographic data about age, gender, education, household size, marital status, parental status, and residential city in the past 14 days were collected. Physical symptoms related to COVID-19 included breathing difficulty, chills, coryza, cough, dizziness, fever, headache, myalgia, sore throat, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Respondents also rated their physical health status and stated their history of chronic medical illness. In the past 14 days, health service utilization variables included consultation with a doctor in the clinic, being quarantined by the health authority, recent testing for COVID-19 and medical insurance coverage. Knowledge and concerns related to COVID-19 included knowledge about the routes of transmission, level of confidence in diagnosis, source, and level of satisfaction of health information about COVID-19, the likelihood of contracting and surviving COVID-19 and the number of hours spent on viewing information about COVID-19 per day.
The psychological impact of COVID-19 was measured using the Impact of Event Scale-Revised (IES-R). The IES-R is a self-administered questionnaire that has been well-validated in the European and Asian population for determining the extent of psychological impact after exposure to a traumatic event (i.e., the COVID-19 pandemic) within one week of exposure ( 25 , 26 ). This 22-item questionnaire, composed of three subscales, aims to measure the mean avoidance, intrusion, and hyperarousal ( 27 ). The total IES-R score is divided into 0–23 (normal), 24–32 (mild psychological impact), 33–36 (moderate psychological impact) and >37 (severe psychological impact) ( 28 ). The total IES-R score > 24 suggests the presence of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms ( 29 ).
The respondents' mental health status was measured using the Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale (DASS-21) and the calculation of scores was based on a previous Asian study ( 30 ). DASS has been demonstrated to be a reliable and valid measure in assessing mental health in Filipinos ( 31 – 33 ) and Chinese ( 34 , 35 ). IES-R and DASS-21 were previously used in research related to the COVID-19 epidemic ( 26 , 36 – 38 ).
Statistical Analysis
Descriptive statistics were calculated for demographic characteristics, physical symptom, and health service utilization variables, contact history variables, knowledge and concern variables, precautionary measure variables, and additional health information variables. To analyze the differences in the levels of psychological impact, levels of depression, anxiety and stress, the independent sample t -test was used to compare the mean score between the Filipino (LMIC) and Chinese (UMIC) respondents. The chi-squared test was used to analyze the differences in categorical variables between the two samples. We used linear regressions to calculate the univariate associations between independent and dependent variables, including the IES-S score and DASS stress, anxiety, and depression subscale scores for the Filipino and Chinese respondents separately with adjustment for age, marital status, and education levels. All tests were two-tailed, with a significance level of p < 0.05. Statistical analysis was performed on SPSS Statistic 21.0.
Demographic Characteristics and Their Association With Psychological Impact and Adverse Mental Health Status
We received 849 responses from the Philippines and 861 responses from China for 1,710 individual respondents from both countries. The majority of Filipino respondents were women (71.0%), age between 22 and 30 years (26.6%), having a household size of 3–5 people (53.4%), high educational attainment (91.4% with a bachelor or higher degree), and married (68.9%). Similarly, the majority of Chinese respondents were women (75%), having a household size of 3–5 people (80.4%) and high educational attainment (91.4% with a bachelor or higher degree). There was a significantly higher proportion of Chinese respondents who had children younger than 16 years ( p < 0.001) and student status ( p < 0.001; See Table 1 ).
Table 1 . Comparison of demographic characteristics between Filipino (LMIC) and Chinese (UMIC) respondents ( N = 1,710).
For Filipino respondents, the male gender and having a child were protective factors significantly associated with the lower score of IES-R ( p < 0.05) and depression ( p < 0.001), respectively. Single status was significantly associated with depression ( p < 0.05), and student status was associated with higher IES-R, stress and depression scores ( p < 0.01) (see Table 2 ). For Chinese respondents, the male gender was significantly associated with a lower score of IES-R but higher DASS depression scores ( p < 0.01). Notwithstanding, there were other differences between Filipino and China respondents. Chinese respondents who stayed in a household with 3–5 people ( p < 0.05) and more than 6 people ( p < 0.05) were significantly associated with a higher score of IES-R as compared to respondents who stayed alone.
Table 2 . Comparison of the association between demographic variables and the psychological impact as well as adverse mental health status between Filipino (LMIC) and Chinese (UMIC) respondents ( n = 1,710).
Comparison Between the Filipino (LMIC) and Chinese (UMIC) Respondents and Their Mental Health Status
Figure 1 compares the mean scores of DASS-stress, anxiety, and depression subscales and IES-R scores between the Filipino and Chinese respondents. For the DASS-stress subscale, Filipino respondents reported significantly higher stress ( p < 0.001), anxiety ( p < 0.01), and depression ( p < 0.01) than Chinese (UMIC). For IES-R, Filipino (LMIC) had significantly lower scores than Chinese ( p < 0.001). The mean IES-R scores of Chinese were higher than 24 points, indicating the presence of PTSD symptoms in Chinese respondents only.
Figure 1 . Comparison of the mean scores of DASS-stress, anxiety and depression subscales, and IES-R scores between Filipino and Chinese respondents.
Physical Symptoms, Health Status, and Its Association With Psychological Impact and Adverse Mental Health Status
There were significant differences between Filipino (LMIC) and Chinese (UMIC) respondents regarding physical symptoms resembling COVID-19 and health status. There was a significantly higher proportion of Filipino respondents who reported headache ( p < 0.001), myalgia ( p < 0.001), cough ( p < 0.001), breathing difficulty ( p < 0.001), dizziness ( p < 0.05), coryza ( p < 0.001), sore throat ( p < 0.001), nausea and vomiting ( p < 0.001), recent consultation with a doctor ( p < 0.01), recent hospitalization ( p < 0.001), chronic illness ( p < 0.001), direct ( p < 0.001), and indirect ( p < 0.001) contact with a confirmed diagnosis of COVID-19 as compared to Chinese (see Supplementary Table 1 ). Significantly more Chinese respondents were under quarantine ( p < 0.001).
Linear regression showed that headache, myalgia, cough, dizziness, coryza as well as poor self-rated physical health were significantly associated with higher IES-R scores, DASS-21 stress, anxiety, and depression subscale scores in both countries after adjustment for confounding factors ( p < 0.05; see Table 3 ). Furthermore, breathing difficulty, sore throat, and gastrointestinal symptoms were significantly associated with higher DASS-21 stress, anxiety and depression subscale scores in both countries ( p < 0.05). Chills were significantly associated with higher DASS-21 stress and depression scores ( p < 0.01) in both countries. Recent quarantine was associated with higher DASS-21 subscale scores in Chinese respondents only ( p < 0.05).
Table 3 . Association between physical health status and contact history and the perceived impact of COVID-19 outbreak as well as adverse mental health status during the epidemic after adjustment for age, gender, and marital status ( n = 1,710).
Perception, Knowledge, and Concerns About COVID-19 and Its Association With Psychological Impact and Adverse Mental Health Status
Filipino (LMIC) and Chinese (UMIC) respondents held significantly different perceptions in terms of knowledge and concerns related to COVID-19 (see Supplementary Table 2 ). For the routes of transmission, there were significantly more Filipino respondents who agreed that droplets transmitted the COVID-19 ( p < 0.001) and contact via contaminated objects ( p < 0.001), but significantly more Chinese agreed with the airborne transmission ( p < 0.001). For the detection and risk of contracting COVID-19, there were significantly more Filipino who were not confident about their doctor's ability to diagnose COVID-19 ( p < 0.001). There were significantly more Filipino respondents who were worried about their family members contracting COVID-19 ( p < 0.001). For health information, there were significantly more Filipino who were unsatisfied with the amount of health information ( p < 0.001) and spent more than three hours per day on the news related to COVID-19 ( p < 0.001). There were significantly more Chinese respondents who felt ostracized by other countries ( p < 0.001).
Linear regression analysis after adjustment of confounding factors showed that the Filipino and Chinese respondents showed different findings (see Table 4 ). Chinese respondents who reported a very low perceived likelihood of contracting COVID-19 were significantly associated with lower DASS depression scores ( p < 0.05). There were similarities between the two countries. Filipino and Chinese respondents who perceived a very high likelihood of survival were significantly associated with lower DASS-21 depression scores ( p < 0.05). Regarding the level of confidence in the doctor's ability to diagnose COVID-19, both Filipino and Chinese respondents who were very confident in their doctors were significantly associated with lower DASS-21 depression scores ( p < 0.01). Filipino and Chinese respondents who were satisfied with health information were significantly associated with lower DASS-21 anxiety and depression scores ( p < 0.01). Chinese and Filipino respondents who were worried about their family members contracting COVID-19 were associated with higher IES-R and DASS-21 subscale scores ( p < 0.05). In contrast, only Filipino respondents who spent <1 h per day monitoring COVID-19 information was significantly associated with lower IES-R and DASS-21 stress and anxiety scores ( p < 0.05). Filipino respondents who felt ostracized were associated with higher IES-R and stress scores ( p < 0.05).
Table 4 . Comparison of association of knowledge and concerns related to COVID-19 with mental health status after adjustment for age, gender, and marital status ( N = 1,710).
Health Information About COVID-19 and Its Association With Psychological Impact and Adverse Mental Health Status
Filipino (LMIC) and Chinese (UMIC) respondents held significantly different views on the information required about COVID-19. There were significantly more Chinese respondents who needed information on the symptoms related to COVID-19, prevention methods, management and treatment methods, regular information updates, more personalized information, the effectiveness of drugs and vaccines, number of infected by geographical locations, travel advice and transmission methods as compared to Filipino ( p < 0.01; See Supplementary Table 3 ). In contrast, there were significantly more Filipino respondents who needed information on other countries' strategies and responses than Chinese ( p < 0.001).
Information on management methods and transmission methods were significantly associated with higher IES-R scores in Chinese respondents ( p < 0.05; see Table 5 ). Travel advice, local transmission data, and other countries' responses were significantly associated with lower DASS-21 stress and depression scores in Chinese respondents only ( p < 0.05). There was only one significant association observed in Filipino respondents; information on transmission methods was significantly associated with lower DASS-21 depression scores ( p < 0.05).
Table 5 . Comparison of the association between information needs about COVID-19 and the psychological impact as well as adverse mental health status between Filipino (LMIC) and Chinese (UMIC) participants after adjustment for age, gender, and marital status ( N = 1,710).
To our best knowledge, this is the first study that compared the physical and mental health as well as knowledge, attitude and belief about COVID-19 between citizens from an LMIC (The Philippines) and UMIC (China). Filipino respondents reported significantly higher levels of depression, anxiety and stress than Chinese during the COVID-19, but only the mean IES-R scores of Chinese respondents were above the cut-off scores for PTSD symptoms. Filipino respondents were more likely to report physical symptoms resembling COVID-19 infection, recent use of medical services with lower confidence, recent direct, and indirect contact with COVID, concerns about family members contracting COVID-19 and dissatisfaction with health information. In contrast, Chinese respondents requested more health information about COVID-19 and were more likely to stay at home for more than 20–24 h per day. For the Filipino, student status, low confidence in doctors, unsatisfaction of health information, long hours spent on health information, worries about family members contracting COVID-19, ostracization, unnecessary worries about COVID-19 were associated with adverse mental health.
The most important implication of the present study is to understand the challenges faced by a sample of people from an LMIC (The Philippines) compared to a sample of people from a UMIC (China) in Asia. As physical symptoms resembling COVID-19 infection (e.g., headache, myalgia, dizziness, and coryza) were associated with adverse mental health in both countries, this association could be due to lack of confidence in healthcare system and lack of testing for coronavirus. Previous research demonstrated that adverse mental health such as depression could affect the immune system and lead to physical symptoms such as malaise and other somatic symptoms ( 39 , 40 ). Based on our findings, the strategic approach to safeguard physical and mental health for middle-income countries would be cost-effective and widely available testing for people present with COVID-19 symptoms, providing a high quality of health information about COVID-19 by health authorities.
Students were afraid that confinement and learning online would hinder their progress in their studies ( 41 ). This may explain why students from the Philippines reported higher levels of IES-R and depression scores. Schools and colleges should evaluate the blended implementation of online and face-to-face learning to optimize educational outcomes when local spread is under control. As a significantly higher proportion of Filipino respondents lack confidence in their doctors, health authorities should ensure adequate training and develop hospital facilities to isolate COVID-19 cases and prevent COVID-19 spread among healthcare workers and patients ( 42 ). Besides, our study found that Filipino respondents were dissatisfied with health information. In contrast, Chinese respondents demanded more health information related to COVID-19. The difference could be due to stronger public health campaign launched by the Chinese government including national health education campaigns, a health QR (Quick Response) code system and community engagement that effectively curtailed the spread of COVID-19 ( 43 ). The high expectation for health information could be explained by high education attainment of participants as about 91.4 and 87.6% of participants from China and the Philippines have a university education.
Furthermore, the governments must employ communication experts to craft information, education, and messaging materials that are target-appropriate to each level of understanding in the community. That the Chinese Government rapidly deployed medical personnel and treated COVID-19 patients at rapidly-built hospitals ( 44 ) is in itself a confidence-building measure. Nevertheless, recent quarantine was associated with higher DASS-21 subscale scores in Chinese respondents only. It could be due to stricter control and monitoring of movements imposed by the Chinese government during the lockdown ( 45 ). Chinese respondents who stayed with more than three family members were associated with higher IES-R scores. The high IES-R scores could be due to worries of the spread of COVID-19 to family members and overcrowded home environment during the lockdown. The Philippines also converted sports arena into quarantine/isolation areas for COVID-19 patients with mild symptoms. These prompt actions helped restore public confidence in the healthcare system ( 46 ). A recent study reported that cultural factors, demand pressure for information, the ease of information dissemination via social networks, marketing incentives, and the poor legal regulation of online contents are the main reasons for misinformation dissemination during the COVID-19 pandemic ( 47 ). Bastani and Bahrami ( 47 ) recommended the engagement of health professionals and authorities on social media during the pandemic and the improvement of public health literacy to counteract misinformation.
Chinese respondents were more likely to feel ostracized and Filipino respondents associated ostracization with adverse mental health. Recently, the editor-in-chief of The Lancet , Richard Horton, expressed concern of discrimination of a country or particular ethnic group, saying that while it is important to understand the origin and inter-species transmission of the coronavirus, it was both unhelpful and unscientific to point to a country as the origin of the Covid-19 pandemic, as such accusation could be highly stigmatizing and discriminatory ( 48 ). The global co-operation involves an exchange of expertise, adopting effective prevention strategies, sharing resources, and technologies among UMIC and LIMC to form a united front on tackling the COVID-19 pandemic remains a work in progress.
Strengths and Limitations
The main strength of this study lay in the fact that we performed in-depth analysis and studied the relationship between physical and mental outcomes and other variables related to COVID-19 in the Philippines and China. However, there are several limitations to be considered when interpreting the results. Although the Philippines is a LMIC and China is a UMIC, the findings cannot be generalized to other LIMCs and UMICs. Another limitation was the potential risk of sampling bias. This bias could be due to the online administration of questionnaires, and the majority of respondents from both countries were respondents with good educational attainment and internet access. We could not reach out to potential respondents without internet access (e.g., those who stayed in the countryside or remote areas). Further, our findings may not be generalizable to other middle-income countries.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Filipinos (LMIC) respondents reported significantly higher levels of depression, anxiety and stress than Chinese (UMIC). Filipino respondents were more likely to report physical symptoms resembling COVID-19 infection, recent use of medical services with lower confidence, recent direct and indirect contact with COVID, concerns about family members contracting COVID-19 and dissatisfaction with health information than Chinese. For the current COVID-19 and future pandemic, Middle income countries need to adopt the strategic approach to safeguard physical and mental health by establishing cost-effective and widely available testing for people who present with COVID-19 symptoms; provision of high quality and accurate health information about COVID-19 by health authorities. Our findings urge middle income countries to prevent ostracization of a particular ethnic group, learn from each other, and unite to address the challenge of the COVID-19 pandemic and safeguard physical and mental health.
Data Availability Statement
The raw data supporting the conclusions of this article will be made available by the authors, without undue reservation.
Ethics Statement
Ethical review and approval was required for the study on human participants in accordance with the local legislation and institutional requirements. Written informed consent to participate in this study was provided by the participants' legal guardian/next of kin. The Institutional Review Board of the University of Philippines Manila Research Ethics Board (UPMREB 2020- 198-01) and Huaibei Normal University (China) approved the research proposal (HBU-IRB-2020-002).
Author Contributions
Concept and design: CW, MT, CT, RP, VK, and RH. Acquisition, analysis, and interpretation of data: CW, MT, CT, RP, LX, CHa, XW, YT, and VK. Drafting of the manuscript: CW, MT, CT, RH, and JA. Critical revision of the manuscript: MT, CT, CHo, and JA. Statistical analysis: CW, PR, RP, LX, XW, and YT. All authors contributed to the article and approved the submitted version.
Conflict of Interest
The authors declare that the research was conducted in the absence of any commercial or financial relationships that could be construed as a potential conflict of interest.
Supplementary Material
The Supplementary Material for this article can be found online at: https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpsyt.2020.568929/full#supplementary-material
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Keywords: anxiety, China, COVID-19, depression, middle-income, knowledge, precaution, Philippines
Citation: Tee M, Wang C, Tee C, Pan R, Reyes PW, Wan X, Anlacan J, Tan Y, Xu L, Harijanto C, Kuruchittham V, Ho C and Ho R (2021) Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Physical and Mental Health in Lower and Upper Middle-Income Asian Countries: A Comparison Between the Philippines and China. Front. Psychiatry 11:568929. doi: 10.3389/fpsyt.2020.568929
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This study aimed to examine the inclination state among selected Filipinos using the Appraisal Theory in evaluating the appreciation level as an advocacy perspective towards the Philippine culture and arts. This study employed a transformative mixed method research design, both quantitative and qualitative views were considered through a survey questionnaire, an interview, and an assessment process conducted at Espiritu Santo Parochial School of Manila, Inc. and the National Commission for Culture and the Arts, Philippines. They were selected through convenience-quota and purposive sampling based on the subjects’ basic knowledge and appreciation of Philippine culture and heritage. The data were analyzed using frequency distribution and content analysis. Hake factor analysis was also used to measure the appraisal level in terms of art awareness and appreciation. The results revealed that the respondents grasped a high appraisal of the Philippine culture and arts. This implied progress factors in terms of art as a form of communication, museums as the priority tool for preservation and promotion, and the country’s identity and cultural history as to reframe art appreciation. On the contrary, they adapted more to the culture and arts of other countries than to cultural roots due to factors that cause it to deteriorate such as foreign cultures and modern technologies adaptation, lack of knowledge and participation, and the primordialism of ethnocentrism. The researchers assessed that the theory exposed understanding emotions as it is evident that the respondents can reframe others with their beliefs and values towards Philippine culture and arts.
appraisal level , appraisal theory , deterioration , inclination state , Philippine arts , Philippine culture
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Authors | Carrie Danae Bravo This is me This is me This is me This is me |
Publication Date | January 1, 2022 |
Acceptance Date | July 4, 2021 |
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Student feedback is a crucial indicator of how well teachers and the educational system are performing. Maintaining high standards of quality and assessing teacher effectiveness as well as student academic performance depend on students' satisfaction. The goal of the study was to investigate the impact of public school teacher qualifications and teaching experience on students’ academic performance and satisfaction. The study was conducted at the selected elementary schools in Agusan del Sur, Philippines. It has been randomly picked based on the criteria and guidelines portrayed by the researchers. The study has utilized a quantitative research approach with a descriptive research design. The study has used a descriptive survey questionnaire. The participants in the study were 50 randomly selected public elementary teachers and another 40 randomly selected samples of students from the said schools. The reliability tests were just performed to measure the internal consistency and construct validity of the scales of the study. Furthermore, the study used a linear regression to greatly attain the main objectives of the study as well as a multiple moderation regression, known as the MMR test, to attest to the relationships between the given objectives. Based on the findings, the linear regression analysis was applied to investigate the relationship between teachers’ experience, qualifications, and the level of students’ satisfaction. It was stated on the table that the R2 value of public teacher experience was 0.512 and their qualifications were 0.611, whereas the students’ satisfaction score of 0.877 had significantly increased based on their perceived interest in the teaching methods of the teachers in the actual setting. Model 1 findings: effective knowledge sharing has been extensively researched and found to have significant effects on student satisfaction and academic performance (R2 = 0.678; p 0.000; beta coefficient = 0.694, respectively). Also, (Model 2: R2 = 0.522; p 0.000; beta coefficient = 0.759), which is significantly correlated to the level of student satisfaction Model 3: R2 = 0.711, p<0.000, and beta coefficient = 0.473, respectively, with a 95% confidence level based on the outcome. The findings show that teacher qualification predicts student satisfaction more accurately than teacher experience. The association between teachers' experience and qualifications and student satisfaction was somewhat mediated by teacher methods, skills, and knowledge-sharing efficiency.
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The world is now in a pandemic crisis because of the new coronavirus, which causes COVID-19 disease. The Philippines is one of the countries that has been hit by the pandemic, and it is still continuing. There significant new cases and new deaths every day in the country. This paper inquires the relationship of COVID-19 number of cases and the number of deaths in the Philippines. As of May 07, 2020, there are 339 new cases, just for that day, and the Philippines already has 10,343 number of coronavirus cases. The data was acquired from the Department of Health, Philippines Data Drop Repository. The result shows that there is a strong relationship between the two variables with r=0.797. Moreover, there is a significant relationship between the number of cases and the number of deaths in the Philippines for the COVID-19 disease with a p-value of 0.000 (Correlation is significant at the 0.01 level 2-tailed).
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250 Grade 12 Quantitative Research Topics for Senior High School Students in the Philippines
Greetings, dear senior high school students in the Philippines! If you’re on the hunt for that ideal quantitative research topic for your Grade 12 project, you’ve struck gold! You’re in for a treat because we’ve got your back. Within the pages of this blog, we’ve meticulously assembled an extensive catalog of 250 intriguing quantitative research themes for your exploration.
We completely grasp that the process of selecting the right topic might feel a tad overwhelming. To alleviate those concerns, we’ve crafted this resource to simplify your quest. We’re about to embark on a journey of discovery together, one that will empower you to make a well-informed choice for your research project. So, without further ado, let’s plunge headfirst into this wealth of research possibilities!
What is Quantitative Research?
Quantitative research is a type of research that deals with numbers and data. It involves collecting and analyzing numerical information to draw conclusions or make predictions. It’s all about using statistics and mathematical methods to answer research questions. Now, let’s explore some exciting quantitative research topics suitable for Grade 12 students in the Philippines.
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- How Social Media Affects Academic Performance
- Factors Influencing Students’ Choice of College Courses
- The Relationship Between Study Habits and Grades
- The Effect of Parental Involvement on Students’ Achievements
- Bullying in High Schools: Prevalence and Effects
- How Does Nutrition Affect Student Concentration and Learning?
- Examining the Relationship Between Exercise and Academic Performance
- The Influence of Gender on Math and Science Performance
- Investigating the Factors Leading to School Dropouts
- The Effect of Peer Pressure on Decision-Making Among Teens
- Exploring the Connection Between Socioeconomic Status and Academic Achievement
- Assessing the Impact of Technology Use in Education
- The Correlation Between Sleep Patterns and Academic Performance
- Analyzing the Impact of Classroom Size on Student Engagement
- The Role of Extracurricular Activities in Character Development
- Investigating the Use of Alternative Learning Modalities During the Pandemic
- The Effectiveness of Online Learning Platforms
- The Influence of Parental Expectations on Career Choices
- The Relationship Between Music and Concentration While Studying
- Examining the Link Between Personality Traits and Academic Success
Now that we’ve given you a taste of the topics, let’s break them down into different categories:
Education and Academic Performance:
- The Impact of Teacher-Student Relationships on Learning
- Exploring the Benefits of Homework in Learning
- Analyzing the Effectiveness of Different Teaching Methods
- Investigating the Use of Technology in Teaching
- The Role of Educational Field Trips in Learning
- The Relationship Between Reading Habits and Academic Success
- Assessing the Impact of Standardized Testing on Students
- The Effect of School Uniforms on Student Behavior
- Analyzing the Benefits of Bilingual Education
- How Classroom Design Influences Student Engagement
Health and Wellness:
- Analyzing the Connection Between Fast Food Consumption and Health Outcomes
- Exploring How Physical Activity Impacts Mental Health
- Investigating the Prevalence of Stress Among Senior High School Students
- The Effect of Smoking on Academic Performance
- The Relationship Between Nutrition and Physical Fitness
- Analyzing the Impact of Vaccination Programs on Public Health
- Understanding the Importance of Sleep in Mental and Emotional Well-being
- Investigating the Use of Herbal Remedies in Health Management
- The Effect of Screen Time on Eye Health
- Examining the Connection Between Drug Abuse and Academic Performance
Social Issues:
- Exploring the Factors Leading to Teenage Pregnancy
- Analyzing the Impact of Social Media on Body Image
- Investigating the Causes of Youth Involvement in Juvenile Delinquency
- The Effect of Cyberbullying on Mental Health
- The Relationship Between Gender Equality and Education
- Assessing the Impact of Poverty on Student Achievement
- The Influence of Religion on Moral Values
- Analyzing the Role of Filipino Culture in Shaping Values
- The Effect of Political Instability on Education
- Investigating the Impact of Mental Health Awareness Campaigns
Technology and Innovation:
- The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Education
- Examining the Impact of E-Learning Platforms on Student Performance
- Exploring the Application of Virtual Reality in Education
- The Effect of Smartphone Use on Classroom Distractions
- The Relationship Between Coding Skills and Future Employment
- Assessing the Benefits of Gamification in Education
- The Influence of Online Gaming on Academic Performance
- Analyzing the Role of 3D Printing in Education
- Investigating the Use of Drones in Environmental Research
- Analyzing How Social Networking Sites Affect Socialization
Environmental Concerns:
- Assessing the Effects of Climate Change Awareness on Conservation Efforts
- Investigating the Impact of Pollution on Local Ecosystems
- Exploring the Link Between Waste Management Practices and Environmental Sustainability
- Analyzing the Benefits of Renewable Energy Sources
- The Effect of Deforestation on Biodiversity
- Exploring Sustainable Agriculture Practices
- The Role of Ecotourism in Conservation
- Investigating the Impact of Plastic Waste on Marine Life
- Analyzing Water Quality in Local Rivers and Lakes
- Assessing the Importance of Coral Reef Conservation
Economic Issues:
- The Influence of Economic Status on Educational Opportunities
- Examining the Impact of Inflation on Student Expenses
- Investigating the Role of Microfinance in Poverty Alleviation
- Analyzing the Effects of Unemployment on Youth
- The Relationship Between Entrepreneurship Education and Business Success
- The Effect of Taxation on Small Businesses
- Assessing the Impact of Tourism on Local Economies
- The Role of Online Marketplaces in Small Business Growth
- Investigating the Benefits of Financial Literacy Programs
- Analyzing the Impact of Foreign Investments on the Philippine Economy
Cultural and Historical Topics:
- Exploring the Influence of Spanish Colonization on Filipino Culture
- Analyzing the Role of Filipino Heroes in Nation-Building
- Investigating the Impact of K-Pop on Filipino Youth Culture
- The Relationship Between Traditional and Modern Filipino Values
- Assessing the Importance of Philippine Indigenous Languages
- The Effect of Colonial Mentality on Identity
- The Role of Filipino Cuisine in Tourism
- Investigating the Influence of Filipino Art on National Identity
- Analyzing the Significance of Historical Landmarks
- Examining the Role of Traditional Filipino Clothing in Society
Government and Politics:
- The Influence of Social Media on Political Participation
- Investigating Voter Education and Awareness Campaigns
- Analyzing the Impact of Political Dynasties on Local Governance
- Assessing the Effectiveness of Disaster Response Programs
- The Relationship Between Corruption and Public Services
- The Role of Youth in Nation-Building
- Investigating the Impact of Martial Law on Philippine Society
- Analyzing the Role of Social Movements in Policy Change
- Assessing the Importance of Good Governance in National Development
- The Effect of Federalism on Local Autonomy
Science and Technology:
- Exploring Advances in Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering
- Analyzing the Impact of Space Exploration on Scientific Discovery
- Investigating the Use of Nanotechnology in Medicine
- The Relationship Between STEM Education and Innovation
- The Effect of Pollution on Biodiversity
- Assessing the Benefits of Solar Energy in the Philippines
- The Role of Robotics in Industry Automation
- Investigating the Potential of Hydrogen Fuel Cells
- Analyzing the Use of 5G Technology in Communication
- The Impact of Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare
Healthcare and Medicine:
- The Influence of Traditional Medicine Practices on Health
- Investigating the Impact of Mental Health Stigma
- Analyzing the Use of Telemedicine in Remote Areas
- The Relationship Between Diet and Chronic Diseases
- Assessing the Effectiveness of Healthcare Access Programs
- The Role of Nurses in Public Health
- Investigating the Benefits of Medical Missions
- Analyzing the Impact of Healthcare Quality on Patient Outcomes
- Assessing the Importance of Health Education
- The Effect of Access to Clean Water on Public Health
Business and Finance:
- Exploring the Impact of E-Commerce on Local Businesses
- Analyzing the Role of Digital Payment Systems
- Investigating Consumer Behavior in Online Shopping
- The Relationship Between Customer Loyalty and Business Success
- Assessing the Effectiveness of Marketing Strategies
- The Influence of Branding on Consumer Preferences
- The Role of Supply Chain Management in Business Efficiency
- Investigating the Impact of Globalization on Small Enterprises
- Analyzing the Benefits of Employee Training Programs
- Assessing the Importance of Ethical Business Practices
Social Media and Technology:
- The Effect of Social Media Influencers on Consumer Behavior
- Investigating the Impact of Online Dating Apps on Relationships
- Analyzing the Use of Social Media for Activism
- The Relationship Between Internet Addiction and Mental Health
- The Influence of Online Filters on Self-Image
- Assessing the Benefits of Digital Detox Programs
- The Role of Virtual Reality in Online Gaming
- Investigating the Impact of Artificial Intelligence in Personalized Marketing
- Analyzing the Use of Augmented Reality in Education
- The Effect of Cybersecurity Measures on Online Privacy
Family and Relationships:
- Exploring the Impact of Divorce on Children’s Well-being
- Analyzing the Role of Sibling Relationships in Character Development
- Investigating the Effect of Parental Divorce on Academic Performance
- The Relationship Between Parenting Styles and Child Behavior
- The Influence of Extended Family Support on Parenthood
- Assessing the Benefits of Pre-marital Counseling
- The Role of Grandparents in Child Rearing
- Investigating the Impact of Long-distance Relationships on Couples
- Analyzing the Use of Technology in Maintaining Family Ties
- The Effect of Cultural Differences on Intercultural Marriages
Arts and Culture:
- The Influence of Philippine Folk Dances on National Identity
- Investigating the Role of Art in Social Commentary
- Analyzing the Impact of Cultural Festivals on Tourism
- The Relationship Between Music and Emotions
- The Effect of Theater and Drama on Empathy
- Assessing the Benefits of Art Therapy
- The Role of Literature in Shaping Society
- Investigating the Impact of Film on Social Awareness
- Analyzing the Use of Social Media in Promoting Local Artists
- The Influence of Indigenous Art Forms on Modern Filipino Art
Sports and Recreation:
- Exploring the Effect of Sports Participation on Character Development
- Analyzing the Role of Sports in Building Discipline
- Investigating the Impact of Sports Injuries on Athletes’ Careers
- The Relationship Between Physical Fitness and Academic Performance
- The Influence of Team Sports on Social Skills
- Assessing the Benefits of Recreational Activities in Stress Reduction
- The Role of Esports in Philippine Sports Culture
- Investigating the Impact of Sports Sponsorship on Athlete Development
- Analyzing the Use of Sports Analytics in Decision-making
- The Effect of Gender Stereotypes in Sports
Travel and Tourism:
- The Influence of Travel Experience on Cultural Awareness
- Investigating the Impact of Sustainable Tourism Practices
- Analyzing the Role of Social Media in Travel Planning
- The Relationship Between Travel and Stress Reduction
- The Effect of Tourism on Local Communities
- Assessing the Benefits of Ecotourism in Conservation
- The Role of Historical Sites in Tourism Promotion
- Investigating the Impact of Travel Bans on Tourism
- Analyzing the Use of Technology in Travel Booking
- The Impact of COVID-19 on the Travel and Tourism Industry
Technology and Education:
- Exploring the Role of Virtual Reality in Science Education
- Analyzing the Impact of Flipped Classrooms on Learning
- Investigating the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Personalized Education
- The Relationship Between Gamification and Student Engagement
- The Effect of Online Learning on Academic Achievement
- Assessing the Benefits of Blended Learning Approaches
- The Role of Educational Apps in Language Learning
- Investigating the Impact of Robotics in STEM Education
- Analyzing the Use of Educational Videos in Teaching
- The Influence of Social Media in Collaborative Learning
Environmental Sustainability:
- The Influence of Eco-friendly Practices on Business Success
- Investigating the Impact of Plastic Pollution on Marine Life
- Analyzing the Role of Renewable Energy in Reducing Carbon Footprint
- The Relationship Between Urbanization and Environmental Degradation
- The Effect of Deforestation on Climate Change
- Assessing the Benefits of Sustainable Agriculture
- The Role of Green Building Practices in Energy Efficiency
- Investigating the Impact of Conservation Education on Environmental Awareness
- Analyzing the Use of Electric Vehicles in Reducing Air Pollution
- The Impact of Waste Reduction Campaigns on Environmental Sustainability
Economic Development:
- Investigating the Contribution of Small and Medium Enterprises to Economic Growth
- Assessing How Foreign Direct Investment Influences Local Economies
- Investigating the Use of Microfinance in Poverty Alleviation
- The Relationship Between Economic Policies and Income Inequality
- The Effect of Tourism on Local Economic Development
- Assessing the Benefits of Export-Oriented Industries
- The Role of Infrastructure Development in Economic Growth
- Investigating the Impact of Technological Innovation on Economic Competitiveness
- Analyzing the Use of Public-Private Partnerships in Infrastructure Projects
- The Influence of Economic Literacy on Financial Decision-making
Health and Nutrition:
- The Effect of Food Advertising on Children’s Eating Habits
- Investigating the Impact of Fast Food Consumption on Health
- Analyzing the Role of Nutrition Education in Promoting Healthy Eating
- The Relationship Between Diet and Cardiovascular Health
- The Influence of Food Labels on Consumer Choices
- Assessing the Benefits of Organic Food Consumption
- The Role of Physical Activity in Preventing Lifestyle Diseases
- Investigating the Impact of Nutritional Supplements on Health
- Analyzing the Use of Plant-Based Diets in Health Improvement
- The Impact of Sleep Quality on Mental and Physical Health
Education and Technology:
- Exploring the Use of Augmented Reality in History Education
- Analyzing the Impact of Online Learning on Teacher-Student Interaction
- Investigating the Role of Educational Apps in Language Learning
- Understanding How Digital Literacy Relates to Academic Performance
- The Effect of Virtual Laboratories in Science Education
- Assessing the Benefits of Distance Learning for Students with Disabilities
- The Role of Gamification in Enhancing Math Skills
- Investigating the Impact of Technology Integration in Special Education
- Analyzing the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Personalized Learning
- The Influence of Social Media on Student Engagement
Social Issues and Awareness:
- The Effect of Social Media on Youth Political Engagement
- Investigating the Impact of Online Activism on Social Change
- Analyzing the Role of Media in Shaping Public Opinion
- The Relationship Between Gender Stereotypes and Career Choices
- The Influence of Cultural Sensitivity on Social Harmony
- Assessing the Benefits of Multicultural Education
- The Role of Youth in Promoting Environmental Awareness
- Investigating the Impact of Mental Health Advocacy
- Analyzing the Use of Arts and Culture in Promoting Social Values
- The Impact of Volunteerism on Community Development
Globalization and Culture:
- Exploring the Influence of Globalization on Traditional Filipino Culture
- Analyzing the Impact of International Trade on Philippine Economy
- Investigating the Role of Filipino Diaspora in Cultural Exchange
- The Relationship Between Globalization and Cultural Homogenization
- The Effect of Westernization on Filipino Identity
- Assessing the Benefits of Cultural Exchange Programs
- The Role of Social Media in Global Cultural Awareness
- Investigating the Impact of Global Brands on Local Culture
- Analyzing the Use of Technology in Promoting Filipino Culture Worldwide
- The Influence of International Travel on Cultural Perspective
Phew! That’s quite a list of quantitative research topics for Grade 12 students in the Philippines. Remember, the key to a successful research project is to choose a topic that genuinely interests you. When you’re passionate about your research, the journey becomes more enjoyable, and your findings are likely to be more valuable.
Take your time to explore these topics, do some preliminary research, and consult with your teachers and mentors to ensure that your chosen topic is feasible and relevant. Good luck with your Grade 12 research project, and may you discover valuable insights that contribute to the betterment of the Philippines and beyond!
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A systematic review of the impact of post-harvest aquatic food processing technology on gender equality and social justice
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Post-harvest practices and technologies are key to reducing global aquatic harvest loss. The lives of post-harvest fisheries workers, over half of them women, are deeply affected by these technologies, but their equity and equality outcomes are poorly understood. This systematic review synthesizes evidence of post-harvest aquatic food processing technology outcomes, showing that persistent inequalities in social structure and norms disadvantage women across a range of technologies, both traditional and improved, especially regarding control over resources. We found that improved technologies bring enhanced productivity and possibly income for workers, yet contracts are often precarious due to pre-existing social inequities. While power and control of resources is more unequal in factory settings, it is not necessarily equal in traditional contexts either, despite offering greater flexibility. More rigorous comparative research, including voices of diverse actors, is key to understanding the impacts of different technologies on gender equality and social justice and inform policymaking.
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