http://researchnew.jrmsu.edu.ph/index.php/files <p>The THRESHOLD is the official Research Journal of Jose Rizal Memorial State University. It aims to publish a wide range of papers in the following disciplines: Science, Engineering &amp; Mathematics, language &amp; Humanities, Education &amp; Policy Studies, Business &amp; Economics, Criminology &amp; Maritime Studies and Agriculture. The journal is published bi-annually.</p> Jose Rizal Memorial State University en-US The Threshold 0118-7694 http://researchnew.jrmsu.edu.ph/index.php/files/article/view/110 <p><em>This study aimed to determine the lived experiences of the participants toward cohabitation. The descriptive phenomenological method was used to provide the real essence or description of the phenomenon for young adult couples aged from 18 to 25 years old. This study revealed that childbearing is the common motivation of the participants to engage in such situations, and the participants experienced struggles within the arrangement of cohabitation, such as financial constraints, limited activities and controlled time, troubled life, and priority conflicts, among others. In conclusion, the participants described the phenomenon of cohabitation as a big challenge to their everyday lives. Thus, it is recommended that the LGU provide an intensified program regarding the issues arising from the arrangement.</em></p> Sheena Subido Jay Ann Jalin Cyra Nova Bendaño Jericho Tan Elmer Elopre, Jr. Kent Harold Romano John Wayne Jacinto Copyright (c) 2024 The Treshhold https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0 2024-04-26 2024-04-26 15 2 http://researchnew.jrmsu.edu.ph/index.php/files/article/view/111 <p><em>The purpose of this study was to characterize the experiences of social workers handling children in conflict with the law. With social workers' intervention, the child who was in conflict with the law was taught to engage in beneficial activities to develop desirable social characteristics and behaviors. This descriptive-qualitative study describes the experiences of social workers handling children in conflict with the law. The findings of this study present the different challenges, ways of coping, and recommendations of social workers when handling children in conflict with the law. It revealed that Social workers handling children in conflict with the law face intricate challenges in addressing diverse behaviors within dysfunctional families, leading to emotional strain and a desire for breaks. The need for a personalized and holistic approach to address the unique backgrounds of these children is emphasized, requiring a delicate balance between authority, justice, and empathy while prioritizing self-care. Building genuine connections and acknowledging socio-cultural diversity is crucial for effective communication, emphasizing the habitual nature of coping mechanisms integrated into individuals' behavior. Passion, dedication, and the importance of Human Resource Development (HRD) in equipping social workers for challenges, especially with children in conflict with the law, emerge as critical elements in achieving personal and professional goals.</em></p> Dianne Galleposo Alliah Neil Robles Geraldine Calasang Fricella Blando Crisia Mae Gumicad Giovanni Ferraren Jhon Ed Amarille John Wayne Jacinto Corazon Ochotorena Copyright (c) 2024 The Treshhold https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0 2024-04-26 2024-04-26 15 2