EXPLORING THE BEHAVIORAL PATTERNS OF CHILDREN WITH

SINGLE PARENT

A Qualitative Research
Presented to the Faculty of Senior High School Department
MABINI NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
Mabini, Davao de Oro

In Partial Fulfilment of the

Requirements in
Practical Research I

Ybanez, Sheryn
Briones, Ariel
Alilongan, Charmie
Oculares, Marielle

March,2023
 CHAPTER 1

Introduction

The study on exploring the behavioral patterns of children

with single parents is aimed at understanding the impact of single

parenthood on the behavioral development of children. Single

parenthood, whether due to divorce, separation, or the choice to raise

a child alone, can have various social and psychological effects on

both parents and children. It also explores how the absence of one

parent or changes in family dynamics can affect a child's emotional

and behavioral well-being. This study examines the impact of single

parenting on a child's development. The article discusses the impact

of the increasing divorce rate in China on the prevalence of single-

parent families and its influence on the development of children.

Children from single-parent families often face challenges due to the

incomplete family structure, leading to external behavior problems

during adolescence. It explores the reasons behind behavior problems

in these children, including family dynamics, economic

circumstances, and societal influences. (Yixuan Fu, 2023)

In the Philippines, a significant number of children grow

up without their fathers due to various reasons such as migration,

marital separation, and death. According to the 2021 Young Adult

Fertility and Sexuality Study (YAFS5), only 67% of young people were

raised by both parents, with 65% among ages 15-19 and 68% among

ages 20-24. Recent studies and surveys show that, on average,

children with absentee fathers are more likely to experience emotional,

health, educational, spiritual, and psychological problems. They are

likely to be victims of child abuse. They are also prone to engage in

criminal behavior. (FR. ROLANDO V. DE LA ROSA, OP, 2022)

In Mabini, Davao de Oro, a pressing local issue centers around

understanding the behavior patterns of students raised by single

parents. This issue is crucial for the community as it directly impacts

the academic performance, social interactions, and emotional well-

being of these students. By delving into this matter, educators,

counselors, and policymakers can gain valuable insights into the

challenges faced by students from single-parent households and

develop targeted interventions to support their holistic development.

Addressing this issue comprehensively can lead to the creation of a

more inclusive and supportive educational environment for all

students in Mabini.

Research Questions

1.What are the circumstances that affect the behavioral patterns of

children with single parents?

2.What are the impacts of being raised by a single parent towards

behavioral patterns of the child?

3.How do the children come up with the effects of the circumstances

faced?

Theoretical Lens

Phenomenological study was designed to explore the

lived experiences of single parents earning a higher education

credential at a community college. According to

Creswell and Creswell (2018), phenomenological research is

designed to study multiple individuals who have all experienced a

specific phenomenon to describe the essence of these lived

experiences.

Founded by John B. Watson in the early 20th

century, behaviorism emphasizes the importance of understanding

the influence of the environment on individuals' actions. This

approach rejects the notion of analyzing emotions, thoughts, or

consciousness, instead focusing solely on what can be directly

observed and measured. By examining the relationship between

stimuli and responses, behaviorism aims to explain human behavior

through principles of conditioning, reinforcement, and stimulus-

response association Maslow identified five categories of needs that

transcend upward and follow. The third level of need is social needs,

which include the need for love and affection. Maslow (1954) described

this need as a desire for belonging, where hunger pangs are replaced

by a longing for friendships and family, and individuals suffering to fill

this need have feelings of loneliness, rejection, and isolation.