HU RT F U L WO R DS : A Q UA L I TAT I V E ST U DY A B O U T PA R EN TA L

V ER BA L A B U S E EX P ER I EN CED BY S EN I O R HI GH S CHO O L ST U D EN TS

By:
Agustin Stefanie Kyle Bermudez Jerald S. Carmona Bautista 111 Y. Dades Raquel E.
Gonzales Jessamene P. Granadozo Janine Riss V.
11-HUMSS CHRONICLES
 INTRODUCTION

• Emotional abuse can significantly impact a student’s life, leading to decreased self-
esteem, mental and emotional challenges, social difficulties, and psychological
problems. Therefore, it is crucial to provide proper education and knowledge to
promote better understanding of emotional abuse and explore potential
strategies for prevention or even elimination.
• Parental verbal abuse, although not physically harmful, can be the most distressing
form of abuse for a student, taking a toll on their emotional and mental well-
being. The pressure exerted by parental verbal abuse can be overwhelming for a
student, leading to emotional distress and negatively impacting their overall
mental health.
 STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM

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How is the demographic profile of the respondents based on the:
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•1.1 Age;
•1.2 Sex;
•1.3 Strand; and
•1.4 Occupations of the parents of the respondent?
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•2. What are the effects of parental verbal abuse to the respondent?
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•3. How the respondents deal with the effect of parental verbal abuse?
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•4. What is the implications of the study?
 CHAPTER 4
PRESENTATION ANALYSIS AND
ENTERPRETATION OF DATA

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AGE ●
FREQUENCY ●
PERCENTAGE
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16-17 ●
14 ●
70%
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18-19 ●
5 ●
25%
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20-21 ●
1 ●
5%
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TOTAL ●
20 ●
100%
Table 1.Age of the Respondents
This table above shows the frequency and percentage of the experiencing
parental verbal abuse there were 14 frequency aged 16-17 with 70% and the
res got 5 frequency aged 18-19 is 25% and the researcher got 1 frequency aged
20-21 with 5%. Overall got the total of 20 frequency equal to 100%.
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GENDER ●
FREQUENCY ●
PERCENTAGE

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MALE ●
12 ●
60%

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FEMALE ●
8 ●
40%

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TOTAL ●
20 ●
100%

Table 2.Sex of the Respondents

Table 2 shows the frequency and percentage of gender that experience
parental verbal abuse, 12 males with a percentage of 60% and 8 females
with a percentage of 40% and the total is 100%.
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STRAND ●
FREQUENCY ●
PERCENTAGE

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HUMSS ●
9 ●
45%

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TVL ●
8 ●
40%

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ABM ●
2 ●
10%

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STEM ●
1 ●
5%

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TOTAL ●
20 ●
100%

Table 3.Strand of the Respondents

The table 3 shows the total number percentage of the strand of respondents
from the Grade 11&12 Senior High School students.there were 9 frequency
HUMSS got 45%, 8 frequency TVL with 40%, 2 frequency ABM with 10%,
and 1 frequency STEM with 5% overall got the total of 20 frequency equal
to 100%.
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OCCUPATION ●
FREQUENCY ●
PERCENTAGE
OF THE
PARENTS
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FARMER ●
9 ●
45%
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HOUSE WIFE ●
7 ●
35%
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OFW ●
2 ●
10%
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CONSTRUCTIO ●
2 ●
10%
N
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TOTAL ●
20 ●
100%
Table 4.Occupation of parents of the Respondents
Table 4 illustrates the distribution of occupations among the parents of the participants. The data
shows that farmers accounted for 45% in nine cases, while housewives constituted 35% in seven
cases. Additionally, construction workers represented 10% in two cases, and the same percentage
was observed for Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) in two instances as well. In total, there were
20 instances, and the cumulative percentages of these occupations equaled 100%.
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EFFECT OF PARENTAL ●
FREQUENCY ●
PERCENTAGE
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VERBAL ABUSE

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HURT ●
6 ●
30%

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LOSING SELF CONFIDENCE ●
4 ●
20%

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DEPRESSED ●
3 ●
15%

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ADOPTED VERBAL ABUSE ●
3 ●
15%

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STRESSED ●
2 ●
10%
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LOSING MOTIVATION TO ●
1 ●
5%
STUDY

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FRUSTRATED ●
1 ●
5%

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TOTAL ●
20 ●
100%

Table 5. Effects of parental verbal abuse

Table 5 presents the percentage breakdown of the impacts of parental verbal abuse on the survey participants.
Out of the total 20 respondents, 6 (30%) reported feeling hurt, 4 (20%) experienced a loss of self-confidence, 3
(15%) fell into depression, another 3 (15%) adopted verbal abuse as a behavior, 2 (10%) experienced high
levels of stress, 1 (5%) lost the motivation to study, and 1 (5%) felt frustrated. Collectively, these figures
capture the overall effects experienced by the respondents, representing 100% in total.
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HOW THE RESPONDENTS ●
FREQUENCY ●
PERCENTAGE

DEALT PARENTAL

VERBAL ABUSE
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HANGING OUT WITH ●
8 ●
40%

FRIENDS
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CHOSING TO BE ALONE ●
7 ●
35%

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IGNORING IT ●
5 ●
25%
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TOTAL ●
20 ●
100%
Table 6. How the Respodents deal with parental verbal abuse
Table 6 illustrates the various coping mechanisms employed by the respondents to deal with parental verbal
abuse. Among the total frequency of 20, 40% (8 individuals) chose to hang out with friends, 35% (7
individuals) opted to be alone, and 25% (5 individuals) simply ignored the abuse. These responses sum up to a
total of 100% with 20 frequency occurrences.
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IMPLICATIONS OF THE ●
FREQUENCY ●
PERCENTAGE

STUDY

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POSITIVE ●
16 ●
80%

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NEGATIVE ●
4 ●
20%

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TOTAL ●
20 ●
100%

Table 7. Implications of the study

Table 7 demonstrates the respondents' overall perception of the study. Out of the total
frequency of 20, 80% (16 individuals) had a positive view, while 20% (4 individuals)
expressed a negative perspective towards the study.
 CHAPTER 5 SUMMARRY OF
FINDINGS, CONCLUSION, AND
RECOMMENDATION
•

• The final section of this document contains a

summary of the research findings and the overall
conclusion of the study. Additionally, it offers
suggestions for future research and recommended
actions to be taken.
Summary of findings

1.Age of the respondents

Based on our research, the respondents of this study fall within the age range of 16 to 21 years

old.

2. Gender of the respondents

Among the respondents, 12 individuals are male, while 8 individuals are female.

3.Strand of the respondents

Out of the total respondents, 1 participant belongs to the STEM , 2 are to ABM , 8 are
4.Occupation of the respondent’s parent

The findings of the study reveal the occupations of the participants' parents, which

provide insights into potential reasons for verbal abuse towards their children. Among the

respondents, 45% (nine cases) had parents who were farmers, while 35% (seven cases) had

parents who were housewives. Additionally, 10% (two cases) had parents working as

construction workers, and the same percentage of two cases had parents who were

Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs).

5.Effects of Parental Verbal Abuse

The findings demonstrate the significant impact of parental verbal abuse on the

respondents, with a majority experiencing feelings of hurt and a loss of self-confidence.

Out of the total 20 respondents, 30% (6 individuals) reported feeling hurt, 20% (4

individuals) experienced a loss of self-confidence, 15% (3 individuals) fell into

depression, another 15% (3 individuals) adopted verbal abuse as a behavior, 10% (2

individuals) experienced high levels of stress, 5% (1 individual) lost the motivation to

study, and 5% (1 individual) felt frustrated.

6.How the respondent deal with parental verbal abuse

The findings indicate that the respondents utilized various approaches to cope with and

overcome parental verbal abuse as a means to move forward. Among the total of 20

respondents, 40% (8 individuals) chose to spend time with friends, 35% (7 individuals)

preferred to be alone, and 25% (5 individuals) ignored the abuse. These strategies were

employed to help them forget and move on from the negative effects of parental verbal abuse.
7. Implications of the study

The majority of respondents expressed optimism for the success of the study, as they hoped

it would be able to assist others who have experienced parental verbal abuse. However, a few

individuals viewed the study negatively, mainly because they felt it was too closely related to

their personal experiences. Out of the total frequency of 20 participants, 80% (16 individuals)

had a positive perspective, while 20% (4 individuals) held a negative viewpoint towards the

study.
• CONCLUSIONS

•According to the study, the participants who experienced verbal abuse in Senior High

School were between the ages of 16 to 21 years old. Among the respondents, it was found that a

majority of the male participants experienced parental verbal abuse more frequently than the

females.

•The findings revealed that a significant number of respondents reported feeling hurt as a

result of parental verbal abuse. Some of the participants even adopted verbal abuse as their own

behavior, while a few became indifferent due to long-term exposure to such abuse.
Those who were depressed because of parental verbal abuse tended to prefer
dealing with it alone, leading to some students losing motivation to study and
experiencing a loss of self-confidence.The study also found that the majority of
respondents were verbally abused by their parents, possibly due to their parents'
occupation and associated stress and fatigue

In terms of the respondents’ outlook on the study, the majority expressed hope
that it would succeed as it could help raise awareness among other students
experiencing parental verbal abuse. However, a few individuals saw the study in
a negative light as they considered it too personal
 RECOMMENDATIONS

• 1. It is recommended that students prioritize their studies and seek support from their
advisors and teachers to express their feelings.
• 2. Students who have successfully overcome the challenges of parental verbal abuse should
serve as guiding lights for others who are unsure of how to navigate the effects of such
abuse.
• 3. The administration of Mababanaba National High School could consider implementing a
program that promotes a better understanding of parental verbal abuse among students,
parents, and guardians, with the aim of enhancing the students' capabilities.
• 4. Future researchers and students can benefit from this study as it provides valuable insights
and can help shed light on the experiences of students who face parental verbal abuse.