This multiple case study explored on the psychomotor and cognitive competencies of four Filipino children, ages one to four who came from different demographic background. This also determined other prominent psychomotor and cognitive competencies of these children not indicated in the NELC development standards (ECCD Council, 2015) and described relevant issues and concerns that impact their psychomotor and cognitive development using a researcher-developed early childhood development checklist and an interview guide for the children’s parents/guardians. The study was able to describe the psychomotor and cognitive competencies of four Filipino children based on the NELC development standards. There were specific psychomotor and cognitive competencies that were identified but not defined in the NELC standards, but they were recognized distinct to a child’s social context. Relevant environmental stimulations, especially, from primary caregivers were recognized as important determinants of children’s psychomotor and cognitive development. Furthermore, findings of the study conform to principles on child development and learning – that development proceeds at varying rates for each child and reflects children’s experiences and their environment. This implies that when planning programs and early learning experiences for children, individual and age appropriateness should be considered, and the child is understood as part of his/her environment. Further researches may explore other domains of development and other socio-cultural perspectives of development utilizing quantitative and qualitative research methodologies, which could involve bigger groups of children in different regions of the Philippines.

The study explores the level of psychological well-being of employees of a Philippine State University during the pandemic. It utilizes a quantitative design using a descriptive survey. A total of 136 employees participated in an online survey. Most of the participants are female, who are in middle adulthood, teaching, and are in permanent status. Results reveal that among the factors of psychological well-being, participants show high well-being in fairness. Significant differences were found in the factors of company confidence, leadership, communication, policy, business continuity, and role enablement when compared with personnel type. Implications for human resource improvements are further discussed.

The study aims to determine the mental health conditions experienced by the participants during the pandemic and identify the number of severe cases for appropriate intervention.  It hypothesizes that the mental conditions of the participants vary when compared to gender.  A total of 1,113 students participated in the study.  A checklist was developed based on the DSM-V symptoms for major depressive disorder and generalized anxiety disorder.  Data were gathered using online platform, wherein purposive sampling was utilized as only those with internet access can answer the survey.  Data were analyze using mean and frequency distribution, and Mann-Whitney Test.  Results of the study revealed that participants experienced difficulty in concentrating and sleeping.  A total number of 167 participants experienced severe symptoms of anxiety and depression.  Mental health conditions of the participants were found to vary when compared to gender.