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The Effects of Migration To Filipino Families

Migration refers to the movement of people seeking better work or living conditions, significantly impacting Filipino families. While it can lead to economic improvement and reduced unemployment, it also disrupts family life, alters family structures, and affects children's education and psychological well-being. Strengthening family support systems and utilizing alternative communication methods are essential for mitigating these negative effects.

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The Effects of Migration To Filipino Families

Migration refers to the movement of people seeking better work or living conditions, significantly impacting Filipino families. While it can lead to economic improvement and reduced unemployment, it also disrupts family life, alters family structures, and affects children's education and psychological well-being. Strengthening family support systems and utilizing alternative communication methods are essential for mitigating these negative effects.

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THE

EFFECTS
Of Migration to Filipino Families
WHAT IS MIGRATION?
WHAT IS MIGRATION?
Migration, which refers to the movement of
people to a new area or country in order to find
work or better living conditions
IMPACT OF MIGRATION
Based on studies, children with migrants parents
have the tendency to suffer from loneliness and
lack of motivation, which may even affect their
studies and behavior in general.
STRENGTHENING LOVE
AND PERSONHOOD
Filipino families can overcome the challenges
brought about by migration by strengthening
love and molding the personhood of each
member
Personhood refers to the status of being a
person, which includes possessing certain rights,
responsibilities, and characteristics that are
typically attributed to individuals within a
society.
STRENGTHENING THE
SUPPORT SYSTEM
Support system should be strengthened
especially among immediate family members
(parents, siblings, spouse or partner) and
relatives who are around and present
USE OF ALTERNATIVE
COMMUNICATION
A recommendation underscored the role of
alternative communication means the families
may use to keep connected. Translating the
suggestion to today’s technological
advancements, that refers to e-mail, video chat,
social networking sites, and other applications
that bring people around the globe closer.
THE POSITIVE AND
NEGATIVE EFFECTS OF
MIGRATION
POSITIVE EFFECTS
Economic Improvement
One of the primary reasons why Filipinos choose to work abroad is to provide better living
conditions for their families back home. The remittances sent by overseas Filipino workers
play a significant role in the Philippine economy and contribute to the improvement of
their families' economic status.

Reduction in Unemployment
Migration helps to reduce the unemployment rate in the home country as individuals seek
job opportunities elsewhere.

Development Oppurtunities
Migration can provide opportunities for career advancement and skill enhancement, which
can be beneficial when the migrant returns home.
NEGATIVE EFFECTS
Disrupted Family Life
The absence of one or both parents can lead to incomplete families, changes in parenting,
and a search for role models for the children left behind. This can also lead to poor diets
and increased psychological problems among the children.
Reduced Incentives for Education
Migration may reduce incentives for education when perceived future returns to education
are low because of expectations of migration.
Reduced Labor Force
Migration can reduce labor force participation for family members left behind, especially
for women.
NEGATIVE EFFECTS
Change in Family Structures
The mass migration of Filipinos abroad can result in more single-parent families and
households being headed by older children.

Societal Impact
A culture of migration has emerged in the Philippines, with millions of Filipinos eager to
work abroad despite the risks and vulnerabilities they may face. This has significant
societal implications, including changing perceptions of migration, especially among the
youth.
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