Mental Health and Academic Performance Among LGBTQ College Students in the Province of Bohol

This study looks at how mental health relates to academic performance among LGBTQ college students in Bohol, Philippines. Researchers used both a self-made and a standardized questionnaire to gather data. The results show that LGBTQ college students in Bohol generally have good mental health. Of the three areas measured, emotional well-being scored the highest, followed by psychological well-being, while social well-being was rated lowest. This positive mental health suggests that LGBTQ students in Bohol have strengths and coping skills. Academically, these students performed very well, as shown by their General Weighted Average (GWA) for the first semester of the 2022-2023 school year. The study found a significant link between mental health and academic performance for these students. This means that even with possible social challenges, LGBTQ students in Bohol can do well in school. The findings show that LGBTQ college students in Bohol have good mental health and strong academic performance, but also point to the need for targeted support to improve their well-being and academic success further.