ICCK

Marichu Ronquillo

Philippine Women's University

Section 01

Academic Profile

She is currently affiliated with a maritime agency, where she is involved in supporting crew members’ welfare and operational concerns. She has a broad professional experience spanning 27 years in Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW) clinics, specializing in psychological assessment for both sea-based and land-based workers. Her work includes evaluating mental health status, identifying psychosocial concerns, and assisting in the development of appropriate interventions for individuals preparing for or currently engaged in overseas employment. She has served as a guest speaker and has conducted various training programs on mental health, focusing on awareness, stress management, and psychological well-being. She has also participated in seminars and workshops related to psychological assessment and crisis intervention.

Section 02

Editorial Roles

This user currently does not serve as an editor for any ICCK journals.

Section 03

ICCK Publications

Open Access | Research Article | 14 October 2026
A Psychological Data Analysis of Female Filipino Domestic Workers with a History of Suicide Attempts: Basis for Mental Health Program
Journal of Social Systems and Policy Analysis | Volume 3, Issue 4: 167-183, 2026 | DOI: 10.62762/JSSPA.2026.191818
Abstract
Filipino domestic workers have been known to endure various challenges inherent to overseas employment, which may contribute to elevated psychological distress and suicidal behavior within this population. However, existing mental health programs are deemed insufficient due to their lack of long-term effectiveness and tailored approach. Thus, this study aimed to analyze the psychological data of female Filipino domestic workers with a history of suicide attempts and identify the psychosocial factors of suicide characterized by egoistic, altruistic, anomic, and fatalistic suicide in pursuit of developing an effective mental health program. Archival research was employed, involving female Fili... More >