CONTRERAS, GENESSIS S., GERVACIO, YENZO TEO M., PAGILAGAN, DANIEL
BONI V., Development of A WEB-BASED APPLICATON COPING TECHNIQUES
FOR ANXIETY IN CAVITE STATE UNIVERSITY – BACOOR CITY CAMPUS.
Undergraduate Capstone Project. Bachelor of Science in Information
Technology. Cavite State University, Bacoor City Campus, Bacoor City, Cavite.
December 2024. Adviser Mr. Jen Jerome V. Dela Peña, LPT
The purpose of developing web-based coping techniques for anxiety at Cavite
State University—Bacoor City Campus was motivated by the widespread problem of
anxiety among our college students. Given the widespread issue of student anxiety
and the absence of an integrated platform, this study aimed to develop a web-based
application that: (1) provides anxiety awareness, (2) integrates the Generalized Anxiety
Disorder-7 (GAD-7) screening tool, (3) offers access to registered psychologists, (4)
enables application of coping techniques, (5) includes a mood tracker, and (6) features
an online community chat.
From April 2023 to December 2024, the system was developed using Python
and JavaScript, Django for the web framework, SQLite3 for the database, CSS for
styling, and Visual Studio Code 2022 for development. Agile methodology was adopted
to ensure continuous feedback and improvement. The final system was deployed
through PythonAnywhere for public access. Rigorous unit, integration, and system
testing were conducted, followed by evaluation using the adapted ISO 25010 model
with feedback from one hundred forty student and psychologist respondents.
The platform performed exceptionally well, receiving a mean rating of 4.53,
equivalent to “Excellent” in the evaluation criteria. Students found the system intuitive,
engaging, and helpful in managing anxiety, while psychologists appreciated the ability
to monitor student progress and coping strategies in real time. The combination of self-
help tools, professional guidance, and community interaction created a supportive
environment that encouraged consistent use.
By transforming manual processes into a responsive, web-based solution, the
system addresses a critical gap in mental health support within the university. Its
accessibility through browsers, tablets, and smartphones ensures students can seek
help anytime and anywhere. While the platform focuses exclusively on anxiety and
relies on limited psychologist availability, planned enhancements—including Twilio-
powered private video conferencing and a chatbot for instant responses—could make
it even more effective. This initiative demonstrates how technology can be a powerful
ally in promoting mental wellness and could serve as a model for similar projects in
other academic institutions. 

This study addressed the growing issue of student anxiety by developing a web-based application for Cavite State University–Bacoor City Campus. The system integrated multiple features: anxiety awareness content, the GAD-7 screening tool, access to psychologists, coping techniques, a mood tracker, and an online community chat. Built with Python, Django, JavaScript, and SQLite3, and deployed through PythonAnywhere, the project followed Agile methodology for iterative development. Evaluated by 140 respondents, including students and psychologists, the system earned an overall rating of 4.53 (“Excellent”). Findings showed that the platform effectively supported students’ mental health management, providing both professional guidance and community-based support. Planned future enhancements include private video conferencing and chatbot features for real-time assistance. 

Contreras, G. S., Gervacio, Y. T. M., & Pagilagan, D. B. V. (2024). Development of a web-based application coping techniques for anxiety in Cavite State University – Bacoor City Campus (Undergraduate capstone project). Cavite State University–Bacoor City Campus.