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Family Functioning and its Influence in Choosing Senior High School Strands

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Psych Educ Multidisc J, 2025, 41 (3), 363-378, DOI: https://doi.org/10.70838/pemj.410304, ISSN 2822-4353
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Abstract

The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between the family functioning and decision-making of 138 Grade 10 students in District 8 of Valencia City, Bukidnon, in choosing Senior High School strands. Using self-assessment questionnaires, a descriptive-correlational study method was used to gather information from students on family functioning (problem-solving, communication, and personal goal setting) and decision-making (vigilance, buck-passing, and procrastination). Descriptive statistics and Pearson-Product-Moment Correlation were used to analyze the data. Results show that in general, students’ family functioning is perceived to be at a high level. This implies that students believe their families are doing a good job of creating a supportive and useful environment that supports their well-being and personal development. Similarly, students are demonstrating a high level of decision-making. This indicates that while students generally show a rather successful approach to decision-making when choosing their Senior High School courses, certain areas could be improved. Moreover, the findings revealed a strong relationship between students' decision-making skills and family functioning, especially in communication and problem-solving. While low family functioning was associated with higher levels of procrastination and buck-passing, strong family functioning, which includes emotional support and effective communication, improved students' alertness in decision-making. These results highlight how important a supportive home environment is in encouraging students to make timely and appropriate decisions. The study highlights the importance of a collaborative approach to improving students' decision-making. Thus, based on these findings, it is recommended that various stakeholders develop strategies that provide resilience and confidence, and parents should improve family communication and offer emotional support.

Keywords students decision-making family functioning influence high school strands
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Bibliographic Information

Amelou Saren (2025). Family Functioning and its Influence in Choosing Senior High School Strands, Psychology and Education: A Multidisciplinary Journal, 41(3): 363-378
Bibtex Citation
@article{amelou_saren2025pemj,
author = {Amelou Saren},
title = {Family Functioning and its Influence in Choosing Senior High School Strands},
journal = {Psychology and Education: A Multidisciplinary Journal},
year = {2025},
volume = {41},
number = {3},
pages = {363-378},
doi = {10.70838/pemj.410304},
url = {https://scimatic.org/index.php/show_manuscript/5657}
}
APA Citation
Saren, A., (2025). Family Functioning and its Influence in Choosing Senior High School Strands. Psychology and Education: A Multidisciplinary Journal, 41(3), 363-378. https://doi.org/10.70838/pemj.410304

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