International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS)
Digital Empathy and Online Emotional Connections among Teenagers at Iligan City National High School
Published January 15, 2026 • Vol. 9, Issue 12, pp. 3431–3450Open Access
DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2025.91200264
Abstract
This study, titled "Digital Empathy and Online Emotional Connections Among Teenagers at Iligan City National High School," aimed to determine how empathy and emotional connections are expressed and developed through online interactions among adolescents. The main goal was to assess the presence and relationship between digital empathy and online emotional connections among high school students.
Data were gathered through Google Forms surveys using a descriptive-correlational design to examine the link between digital empathy and emotional connection. Results showed that teenagers display digital empathy online, showing care and understanding through social media and chats. Emotional connections exist but vary in depth based on interaction quality.
Overall, while digital empathy promotes openness, face-to-face interaction remains vital for deeper connection. The findings encourage educators to foster mindful and empathetic online behavior among students.
Keywords: Digital Empathy, Online Emotional Connection, Teenagers, Social Media Interaction, Online Communication, Descriptive-Correlational Study, Digital Behavior, Adolescent Relationships, Emotional Awareness
| Journal | International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS) |
|---|---|
| ISSN | 2454-6186 |
| Volume / Issue | Volume 9, Issue 12 |
| Pages | 3431–3450 |
| Publication date | January 15, 2026 |
| DOI | 10.47772/IJRISS.2025.91200264 |
| Publisher | RSIS International |
| License | Open Access |
How to cite this article
Abotanio, Aldrin L., Omandam, Keanri Samuel M., Radiamoda, Haris B., Anggot, Cher Melisande R., Baculio, Christina Rose C., Lluisma, Mary Lyn N., Talib, Norhana D., Ventero, Mae L., & Joan A. Enad (2026). Digital Empathy and Online Emotional Connections among Teenagers at Iligan City National High School. International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), 9(12), 3431-3450. https://doi.org/10.47772/IJRISS.2025.91200264
BibTeX
@article{Abotanio2026,
title = {Digital Empathy and Online Emotional Connections among Teenagers at Iligan City National High School},
author = {Abotanio, Aldrin L. and Omandam, Keanri Samuel M. and Radiamoda, Haris B. and Anggot, Cher Melisande R. and Baculio, Christina Rose C. and Lluisma, Mary Lyn N. and Talib, Norhana D. and Ventero, Mae L. and Joan A. Enad},
journal = {International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS)},
volume = {9},
number = {12},
pages = {3431--3450},
year = {2026},
doi = {10.47772/IJRISS.2025.91200264},
publisher = {RSIS International}
}