The perceived consequences of sexual harassment and the coping mechanisms employed by Filipina overseas domestic helpers
Date of Publication
1992
Document Type
Bachelor's Thesis
Degree Name
Bachelor of Arts Major in Psychology
College
College of Liberal Arts
Department/Unit
Psychology
Abstract/Summary
The present study explored the effects of sexual harassment and the coping strategies of female overseas domestic helpers. A sample of twelve subjects were chosen using the purposive sampling technique and the system of chain referral. It included sexually harassed Filipina overseas domestic helpers who worked in Hongkong and Saudi Arabia. The subjects who were qualified for the study were given a checklist to determine the extent of sexual harassment experienced by these female overseas domestic helpers then they were interviewed through the aid of an interview guide. The interview included the characteristics of the harassed and the harasser to establish demographical data. The different ways of sexual harassment was also revealed. The interview also dealt with the effects of sexual harassment and the coping mechanisms employed by the female domestic helpers. The results of the study showed that female overseas domestic helpers do experience sexual harassment which produced different effects on the individuals. The coping mechanisms employed by the female overseas domestic helpers also varied depending on how they were affected by the impact of the harassment.
Abstract Format
html
Language
English
Format
Accession Number
TU05780
Shelf Location
Archives, The Learning Commons, 12F, Henry Sy Sr. Hall
Physical Description
235 numb. leaves ; Computer print-out.
Keywords
Coping behavior; Domestic helpers; Overseas workers; Sexual harassment
Recommended Citation
Alfonso, A., Mercado, M., & Montalbo, S. (1992). The perceived consequences of sexual harassment and the coping mechanisms employed by Filipina overseas domestic helpers. Retrieved from https://animorepository.dlsu.edu.ph/etd_bachelors/7132