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Ascendens Asia Singapore – Bestlink College of the Philippines Journal of Multidisciplinary Research Abstracts (AASgBCPJMRA)

The Ascendens Asia Singapore–Bestlink College of the Philippines Journal of Multidisciplinary Research Abstracts (AASgBCPJMRA) compiles abstracts of research papers presented at Multidisciplinary Research Fests primarily organized by Ascendens Asia Singapore in partnership with Bestlink College of the Philippines.

Volumes

8 volumes

Issues

13 issues

ISSN

2661-4472

Publisher

Ascendens Asia Publishing Pte. Ltd.

Volume 8 • Issue 4

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The Role of Fear of Missing Out in Career Anxiety among Graduating IT Students at Bestlink College of the Philippines

Authors: Rhea Mae Gamueda, Camille Sanchez, Kem Carison, Cyra Escala, Ayen Jedaiah Jacinto

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This study examined the influence of Fear of Missing Out (FoMO) on career anxiety among graduating Information Technology (IT) students at Bestlink College of the Philippines. It determined the levels of FoMO (private and social factors) and career anxiety (career direction and purpose, uncertainty and triggers, and stress), and analyzed the relationship between FoMO and career anxiety in relation to the respondents’ demographic profiles.

Influence of Gen-Z Pinoy Humor on Social Belongingness among Psychology Students at Bestlink College of the Philippines

Authors: Claude Justin Lopez, Janny Almadrones, Anna Leah Capada, Cresmajoy Delica, Romulo Panerio

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This study investigated the influence of Gen Z Pinoy humor on social belongingness among Psychology students at Bestlink College of the Philippines. Guided by Affiliative Humor Theory, the research examined the levels of Pinoy humor, specifically kanal and aircon humor, the level of social belongingness, and the relationship between these variables.

Impact of Music Listening on Academic Burnout: Analysis of Student-Athletes' Coping Strategy and Psychological Well-Being at Bestlink College of the Philippines

Authors: Tricia Angelica Degasa, Francine Calpito, Jane Daryll Dupalco, Diana Lyn Galvez, Julie Ann Awit

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Academic burnout has become a growing concern among student-athletes due to the combined demands of academic and athletic responsibilities. This study examined the impact of music listening as an emotion-focused coping strategy in relation to academic burnout and psychological well-being among student-athletes at Bestlink College of the Philippines. It aimed to assess the levels of academic burnout, music listening, and psychological well-being, and to determine the relationships among these variables.

Effects of Parental and Academic Workloads on Burnout Levels and Coping Strategies among Student-Parents of Bestlink College of the Philippines

Authors: Bienelen Anne Escribano, Erizalyn Tomenio, Rovie Rose Viajedor, Carlos Maubrey Dacasin, De Leon Ericson

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This study examined the effects of parental and academic workloads on burnout levels among student-parents at Bestlink College of the Philippines. With increasing numbers of student-parents balancing childcare, household responsibilities, and academic demands, vulnerability to burnout has become a growing concern. Burnout is characterized by chronic exhaustion that affects motivation and academic performance. The study aimed to determine whether coping strategies help reduce burnout.

Level of Peer Group Influence on Social Decision-Making Processes among the Members of BCP Talent Center

Authors: Jennielyn Claudio, Jennifer Derit, Hanna Jean Ganigan, Cristine Jade Padolina, Angelica Posadas

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Peer groups strongly affect social decision-making in adolescence and young adulthood. This study assesses their influence on BCP Talent Center members’ conformity, independence, and social contexts like academics, activities, and moral choices.

Effectiveness of a Mood-Tracking Mobile Application in Enhancing Self-Awareness for Better Emotional Regulation among 3rd-Year Psychology Students

Authors: Ry-Ann Salcedo, Rommel Millena, Alyca Mae Ayao, Wilson Costanilla, Jhana Valerie Jusay

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Self-awareness and emotional regulation are critical components of mental health and psychological well-being, particularly for psychology students who are training to understand and manage emotions effectively. This study evaluated the effectiveness of “My Companion,” a researcher-developed mood-tracker mobile application, in enhancing self-awareness (identification, expression, and recognition of emotional triggers) and emotional regulation (coping strategies, control over responses, and reflection/adaptation) among 3rd-year BS Psychology students at Bestlink College of the Philippines.

The Role of Sangguniang Kabataan in the Implementation of Crime Prevention Programs in Barangay 187 Tala, Caloocan City

Authors: Vhinus Namoco, Alison Jane Plaga, Milca Hitosis, Denielcharm Panlilio, Niña Mharie Delos Reyes

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The Sangguniang Kabataan (SK), strengthened under Republic Act 10742, promotes youth participation in governance and crime prevention. This study assessed the role of the SK in implementing crime prevention programs in Barangay 187, Tala by examining program effectiveness, respondent profiles, challenges, and differences in assessments.

Impact of Multiple Role Demands on Emotional Regulation and Psychological Well-Being among Working Students

Authors: Krystal Gabrielle Farol, Mikaela Gavriela Muralla, Alejandro Bation, Christian Lester De Silva, Leinard Ducusin

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This study at Bestlink College of the Philippines examined how multiple role demands affect emotional regulation and psychological well-being among working students. Many students balance school, work, and family responsibilities, which may lead to stress and emotional strain. Emotional regulation includes adaptive and maladaptive strategies, while psychological well-being covers autonomy, growth, relationships, purpose, and self-acceptance. Guided by Self-Determination Theory by Edward Deci and Richard Ryan, the study aimed to determine whether multiple role demands significantly influence students’ emotional regulation and well-being.

Perceived Empathy and Trust in Mental Health Chatbots: A Correlational Study among Psychology Students in Bestlink College of the Philippines

Authors: Johnvrey Xavier Renzal, Mark Christian Cabalquinto, Jhovi Delos Santos, MA Emmiemor Isip, Paul John Tugal

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Mental health chatbots are one of the platforms that are in the forefront that advocates for mental health. It has been built to encourage, support, motivate, and help the users to cope up with their mental health struggles. The user's perceived empathy toward a chatbot is important to determine its effectiveness and satisfaction. It's the chatbots’ ability to understand and acknowledge the feeling and emotion of the users. Trust, on the other hand, is a broader construct. It's the user's willingness to be vulnerable to the chatbots’ actions, such as its ability, benevolence, and integrity.

Effect of Masculine Gender Norms on Public Mental Health Stigma among Unemployed Individuals

Authors: Rolando Marcos, Kishia Angela Asas, Micaela Cuachin, Princess Nicole Hacar, Kharla Alliah Hernandez

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The research aimed to examine the link between masculine gender norms and public mental health stigma among unemployed individuals at Pook Arboretum, Barangay UP Campus, Quezon City. Specifically, it determined the demographic variables of the participants, their compliance with masculine norms such as restricted emotionality, restricted affectionate behavior between men, and success, power, and competition, as well as their level of public mental health stigma.

Relationship Between Self-Perception and Bisexual Invisibility on Self-Esteem among Psychology Students

Authors: Danica Daygo, Lyza Atibagos, Mary Rose Durian, Mark Lucky Del Moro, Merille Anne Legaspi

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The research investigation examined different aspects of self-perception and bisexual invisibility concerning the self-esteem of psychology students as its subject matter. The objective of the research was to determine the levels of self-perception and bisexual invisibility of the respondents and to examine whether the two variables are significantly related.

The Relationship Between Empathy Levels and Leadership Effectiveness of Student Leaders

Authors: Hyacith Lee Abo, Jullie Benito, Charmaine Estacio, Rinalyn Florendo, Daniella Fae Labog

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This study investigated the relationship between empathy levels and leadership effectiveness of student leaders in the Hospitality Management Department at Bestlink College of the Philippines. The success of the hospitality management industry depends on intricate management, people-to-people interactions making emotional intelligence as an important quality of effective management.

Criminology Interns' Perceptions of the Impact of PNP MC 2022-076 on Future Law-Enforcement Communication Practices

Authors: MA Sheilla Bello, Mark Lhester Balatucan, Ken Dacles, Marc Ariece Esposa, Joel Verano

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This study investigates the perceptions of criminology intern students regarding the impact of the Philippine National Police Memorandum Circular (PNP MC) 2022–076 on future law enforcement communication practices. As future law enforcement practitioners, criminology interns are expected to apply these standards in their professional roles, making their perceptions essential for evaluating the policy’s effectiveness and relevance.

An Assessment of the Fire Volunteer Response Team of Barangay Sta. Monica, Quezon City

Authors: Rodney Drexler Milan, Kojie Maco Layco, Vincent Joseph Calimbas, Edison Barcebal, Jezricel Beltran, Jaylord Salazar

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Fire incidents remain a major hazard in the Philippines, particularly in urban areas such as Quezon City. While the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) provides formal fire response, barangay based fire volunteers play a vital supplementary role. However, their effectiveness in terms of readiness, coordination, and sustainability has not been widely documented. This study, “An Assessment on the Fire Volunteer Response Team of Barangay Sta. Monica, Quezon City,” evaluates the preparedness, response capacity, community involvement, and inter-agency cooperation of local fire volunteers.

Effectiveness of City Ordinance SP-3131, Series of 2022, in Regulating Tricycle Capacity for Safety in Barangay Batasan Hills, Quezon City

Authors: Christian Lei Lagonilla, Giemuel Cagomoc, Daniel Paolo Callanga, Jojie Cano, Frediswindo De Guia

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City Ordinance SP-3131, Series of 2022 was enacted by the Quezon City Government to regulate tricycle passenger capacity and address growing safety concerns caused by overloading, particularly in densely populated barangays where tricycles remain a primary mode of short-distance transportation. Overloading has been associated with increased risks of road accidents, reduced vehicle balance and stability, passenger discomfort, and traffic congestion. In response, the ordinance sets clear limitations on the allowable number of passengers to promote safer road conditions and protect commuters. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of the ordinance in Barangay Batasan Hills, Quezon City by examining the level of compliance among tricycle drivers, the level of awareness among stakeholders, the perceived contribution of the ordinance to public safety, and the challenges encountered in its implementation.

The Relationship of Peer Pressure and Academic Motivation among Psychology Students Across All Year Levels

Authors: Joyce Suerte, Altheza Debaudin, Marites Maraon, Schzwayne Menoras, Jean Alaiza Raymundo

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The study focused to determine the relationship between peer pressure and academic motivation among Psychology students. Academic motivation was assessed in terms of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation, while peer pressure was analyzed in terms of its perceived influence on students’ academic motivation.

Work-Study Demands and Coping Strategies as Factors in Academic Burnout among Student Assistants

Authors: Janah Garcia, Angelo Bofill, Rienna Alaurin, Zsaleih Anne Antonio, Renz Kelly Monotilla

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Academic burnout threatens working students, especially student assistants at Bestlink College of the Philippines balancing on-campus jobs with studies. Dual roles impose time pressures, fatigue, and emotional strain, risking performance and well-being declines. While studies address student or employee burnout separately, a gap exists for those in the same institution. This research fills it by probing work-study demands as burnout drivers and coping strategies as buffers, vital for targeted institutional support.

A Statistical Analysis of Gen Z Expression and Its Effect on Social Belongingness among 2nd-Year Psychology Students at Bestlink College of the Philippines

Authors: Jan Hilarionn Mata, Fran Jay Francisco, Jether Manabat, Joshua Bern Santos, Maria Sharapova Nikole Lagunda

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In today's social and cultural world, Generation Z had created its own unique way of speaking. Phrases like "Aray moo!!" and other slang helped them build their identity and connect with friends. This study aimed to explore how Gen Z slang linked to social belonging among second-year Psychology students at Bestlink College of the Philippines, with the main goal of checking if their "digital language"—a mix of local slang, online acronyms, and memes—helped create stronger social bonds and a feeling of safety in school.

Implementation of the Barangay Peace and Order Committee as a Proactive Approach to Strengthening Community-Based Policing in Barangay Sta. Monica, Novaliches, Quezon City

Authors: Mark Emuel Pangilinan, Rustom Tayam, Vincent Urmeneta, Jerwin-Jay Guillermo, Jhon Carlo Larrosa

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This study evaluated the implementation of the Barangay Peace and Order Committee as a proactive approach to strengthening community-based policing in Barangay Sta. Monica, Novaliches, Quezon City. The primary objective was to assess its effectiveness in terms of crime prevention, community safety and security, police-community relations, and responsiveness to emergencies and incidents.

Impact of the Police Anti-Illegal Drug Special Operations Task Force's Preventive Education Campaign in Barangay Kaligayahan, Quezon City

Authors: Erica Villanueva, Lykamae Lomugdang, Casandra Lipio, Mikaela Calma, Sherwin Geneblazo

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This study evaluated the Philippine National Police's Anti-Drug Preventive in Barangay Kaligayahan, Quezon City, using a descriptive quantitative approach. It aimed to assess the campaign's effectiveness in increasing awareness and promoting behavioral change regarding illegal drugs. The 80 respondents(police, barangay officials, and residents), predominantly male, single, and college educated, generally "agreed" with the campaign's strategy, stakeholder, involvement, and mode of implementation. However, key challenges identified were poor program dissemination and lack of community consultation on scheduling. The research provides insights and recommendations to enhance the campaign's responsiveness, effectiveness, and sustainability in fostering a drug-free community.