2026 IJRSE – Volume 15 Issue 15
Available Online: 8 July 2026
Author/s:
De Guzman, Donna D.
Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology, Philippines
Abstract:
This study explores the perspectives of healthcare professionals on supportive interventions for pediatric patients, adolescents, and their parents in a tertiary hospital setting in the Philippines. Using a structured survey instrument, doctors and nurses assessed the perceived helpfulness of various emotional, creative, and spiritual activities across age groups. Results revealed consistent agreement that hospitalized children exhibit emotional vulnerability and benefit from expressive and play- based activities. Adolescents were found to respond positively to group sharing, journaling, and spiritually enriching experiences. Parents, meanwhile, were identified as needing emotional support, relaxation strategies, and faith-based guidance to manage caregiving stress. The findings align with global and local literature emphasizing the importance of family-centered care and culturally responsive support systems. Notably, the strong endorsement of spiritual and community-based activities reflects the unique coping mechanisms prevalent in Filipino families. The study recommends integrating age-appropriate, holistic interventions into hospital routines, training staff in emotional support delivery, and collaborating with local government units to extend care beyond clinical settings. These insights contribute to the development of inclusive, sustainable support frameworks that enhance well-being for both patients and caregivers.
Keywords: pediatric care, emotional support, family-centered interventions, adolescent well-being, caregiver stress, hospital-based activities
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrse.2026.26292
Cite this article:
De Guzman, D. D. (2026). Hope in the hallways: What helps children and parents heal together. International Journal of Research Studies in Education, 15(15), 277-284. https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrse.2026.26292