The document outlines emerging themes and issues in guidance and counseling in the Philippines. It identifies challenges faced by children such as bullying, substance abuse, early pregnancy and stress experienced by parents including absenteeism, depression, and suicide. It also notes issues like violence against women and children, LGBT rights, and health problems faced by migrant workers and their families.

1. Emerging Themes and Issues in Guidance and Counseling in the Philippines
Children of today are the Parents of tomorrow..
Adults / Parents Children / Youth
Violence Against SSA & LGBT
Children & Women
OFW / Bullying /
Migrant Workers Cyberbullying
PMS – AIDS/STD’s,
Early Pregnancy,
Separated / & Abortion.
Stress Risk-Taking Behavior
Annulled
Smoking, Alcohol,
Illegal Drugs, Gangs,
etc..
Solo Parent Depression Addictions
Substance Abuse,
Computer Games,
Pornography, etc..
Absentee Parent Suicide
Mr. Reynante S. Tagum
GC 504: Counseling Theories & Practice II 0922.554.5115
M.A. in Education major in Guidance & Counseling reynantetagum@yahoo.com