The Relationship Between Happiness and Depression Among Senior High School Students Amidst the COVID-19 Pandemic

The current situation amidst the pandemic has caused such negativities to people, especially among students. It has affected thewell-being and happiness that everyone experiences. In, on the other hand, students who were enrolled amidst the pandemic were more likely to experience mental exhaustion such as anxiety and depression, as this current situation limits and affect their academic performances and the level of happiness they feel. This study investigates the relationship between happiness and depression among senior high school students here in the Philippines. The findings revealed a significant correlation between happiness and depression (r=0.041).