Outcome of Loss and Grieving in Self-Esteem among the Secondary Students in Langata Sub-County Nairobi, Kenya

Irene Muya and Wambua Pius Muasa (PhD)
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Irene Muya: Institute of Youth Studies, Tangaza University College, Catholic University of Eastern Africa, Kenya
Wambua Pius Muasa (PhD): Institute of Youth Studies, School of Arts and Social Sciences, Tangaza University College, Catholic University of Eastern Africa, Kenya

International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, 2023, vol. 7, issue 3, 132-142

Abstract: Loss and grief is an issue that greatly affects adolescent’s self-esteem as they adjust in life without their loved ones. The study was guided by the following two objectives: to examine the outcomes of loss and grief to self-esteem among the secondary school students in Langata Sub-County Nairobi Kenya; and to explore the prevailing support systems among secondary school students going through loss and grief in Langata Sub-County Nairobi Kenya. The study employed phenomenological research design. Through purposive sampling, a sample size of 15 participants was selected to participate in the study. The data was collected using Interview Guide. The data collected was analyzed using thematic analysis. The findings on the outcome of loss and grief in self-esteem were withdrawn from others, poor relationship with others, and poor academic performance. The findings on the prevailing support systems to secondary school students going through loss and grief were support from friends, family, school and Church. Also, self-acceptance, guidance and counselling were identified as prevailing support for students going through loss and grief. The study recommends that schools to strengthen guidance and counselling services in order to adequately be able to help students who are undergoing loss and grief.

Date: 2023
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