A Phenomenological Study of the Lived Experiences among Single Parents in Kidapawan City

Luninging Dela Cruz Viterbo
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Luninging Dela Cruz Viterbo: University of the Immaculate Conception

International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation, 2025, vol. 12, issue 5, 1476-1492

Abstract: This qualitative study used the phenomenological design to gain an in-depth understanding of the lived experiences of the selected single parents in Kidapawan City. The participants of this study were single parents who were chosen through snowball sampling. Data were gathered using interview guides in the in-depth interviews and focus group discussions. Colaizzi’s method of analysis was used to extract the essential themes from the participants’ responses. Issues and struggles of single parenthood and inequitable support and opportunities were the themes that emerged from the lived experiences of the participants as single parents in the community. The coping mechanisms of the participants included responsible parenthood and heightened spirituality. Finally, the themes such as demonstrating resilience, having a positive outlook on challenges, and having clear government policies were the insights that the participants wanted to share with the academe and the community.

Date: 2025
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