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, Started on 2023 -
Completed on 2024
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This study examined the mask-wearing behavior after three years of mandatory use and
futures thinking decisions of adults in the 4thDistrict of Leyte, Philippines. The study
is descriptive research, utilizing a single cross-section research design with data
collected from stratified randomly selected adult participants, using survey
questionnaires and interview guides as data-gathering tools, and statistical
measures such as mean, standard deviation, Chi-square test, and Pearson r. Survey
results revealed that the participants were varied, males and females, with age
ranges from 20 to 85 years, with varied educational levels and occupations.
Findings indicated that, generally,the participants have a varying outlook on mask-
wearing; however, they reported an overall good mask-wearing behavior and age,
educational attainment, and occupation were each significantly associated with
mask-wearing behavior.
The current participants were moderate futuristic thinkers, and theirtop five functions
of future thinking included problem-solving, positive emotion regulation, planning,
goal setting, and decision-making. Findings further revealed that, except for death
preparation, all dimensions of futures thinking significantly correlated with mask-
wearing behavior, meaning they are open to the pros and cons that might happen
in the future. In the context of the current study, the findings pinpoint the fact that
people who engage more in futures thinking tend to have a better outlook on
mask-wearing, tend to think positively, are strategic, and consider positive outcomes
of a decision that are beneficial to people, the community, and the country as a whole.