Personal Problems and Coping Mechanisms of NIMASA Scholars in Lyceum International Maritime Academy

This study aimed to determine the personal problems encountered by NIMASA scholars in Lyceum International Maritime Academy. Descriptive type of research method was used in the study. Results showed that Most of the respondents were often affected by the cultural differences of the Philippines and Nigeria. Interms of the effects of the problems in their studies, all the indicators obtained, the inadequate student -professor relationship is typical. Most of the respondents make use of social networks as a coping mechanism, these networks engage students; they bring a very large world together in a simple and easy way which helps them connect with friends, family and long lost college friends.

Keywords: Personal Problems, coping mechanisms, NIMASA, Cultural differences