Home⇛Psychology and Education: A Multidisciplinary Journal⇛vol. 25 no. 7 (2024)

A Comparative Analysis on Emotional Stability, Motivation, and Positivity in Life Between Activity Preferences: A Basis in the Development of a Balanced Youth Life Program

Vanessa Mae Lagmay | Jaemari Anne Padilla | Chloe Therese De Los Santos | Kevin Brian Inocentes | Arianne Rose Casinto | Selica Misty Navarrete

Discipline: others in psychology

 

Abstract:

The purpose of this comparative analysis study is to compare how students' motivation, emotional stability, and positivity in life are affected by indoor technology-driven activities compared to outdoor play activities. Furthermore, the researchers conducted their study at the St. Michael Institute of Bacoor, using quantitative methods to collect data. They surveyed one hundred and fifty senior high school students aged 18-20. The study used self-made questionnaires with sixty questions divided into three variables: emotional stability, motivation, and positivity in life. The results show no significant difference between the levels of emotional stability, motivation, and positivity in life based on the respondents’ preferred activities. This study aims to promote outdoor play activities and a balanced lifestyle with indoor technology-driven activities. It will serve as a basis for suggesting activities that will boost motivation, emotional stability, and positivity in life.



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