Notes

Creating an instrument for a study on coping with adversity, specifically focusing on the impact of school-based discrimination among gay grade 12 students at Sto. Niño Catholic School, Inc., involves multiple steps. This instrument will include items that address emotional, verbal, and physical aspects of discrimination as well as coping mechanisms. Below is an example of how you might structure such an instrument, including types of questions that could be incorporated.

Title: Coping with Adversity: Survey on the Impact of School-Based Discrimination Among Gay Grade 12 Students at Sto. Niño Catholic School, Inc.

Part A: Demographic Information
Age:
Grade:
Sexual Orientation:

Part B: Discrimination Experience
Instructions: Please rate the frequency with which you have encountered the following in school over the previous 12 months. Utilize the following scale: 1 = Seldom, 2 = Occasionally, 3 = Frequently, and 4 = Extremely Frequently.
verbal abuse or disical harassment because of your sexual orientation.
Cyberbullying: harassment of your sexual orientation through text messaging or social media.
acts of discrimination against you because of your sexual orientation by educators or other staff members.

Section C: Effect on Emotions
Instructions: After considering the discriminatory experiences you've had, rate your agreement with the following assertions. One is strongly opposed, two are in agreement, three are neither in agreement nor disagreement, four are in agreement, and five are strongly in agreement.

1.I feel anxious or uncomfortable attending school because of potential discrimination.
2.I have felt depressed as a result of the discrimination I've faced at school.
3.The discrimination I've experienced has negatively impacted my self-esteem.
4.I feel supported by at least one staff member or teacher at school.
5.I have supportive friends at school who understand what I'm going through.

Section D: Adaptive Strategies
Instructions: When you face discrimination at school, how often do you use the following coping mechanisms? Utilize the following scale: 1 = Seldom, 2 = Occasionally, 3 = Frequently, and 4 = Extremely Frequently.

1.Talking to friends or family about your experiences.
2.Seeking support from a teacher, counselor, or school staff.
3.Engaging in activities you enjoy to distract yourself.
4.Using social media or online communities to find support.
5.Advocating for LGBTQ+ rights and inclusion within your school.

Part E: Open-Ended Questions
What changes would you like to see at Sto. Niño Catholic School, Inc. to reduce discrimination and support gay students?
Please share any additional comments or experiences related to discrimination and coping at school.