Journal of Educational, Health and Community Psychology
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Criminal Profiling of Child Sexual Offenders: A Qualitative Case Study in Muaro Padang Class IIA Correctional Facility
Get PDFSexual crimes against children are currently causing great concern in society due to the increasing number of reported cases. Many discussions related to sexual crimes against children focus on the victims, including the psychological impact and the victims' future survival, while the perpetrators have not been discussed in depth. Perpetrators of sexual crimes against children are a key aspect that requires in-depth analysis to comprehensively understand this phenomenon. This study aims to identify the profile of perpetrators of sexual crimes by analyzing their common traits and unique characteristics. The research design uses a qualitative study with a thematic analysis approach with constant comparison. Data were collected through interviews and documentation involving eight inmates from the Muaro Padang Class IIA Correctional Institution. Open observation and semi-structured in-depth interviews were conducted with subjects and informants to obtain detailed information. The findings highlight several key themes in criminal profiling, including: characteristics of perpetrators and victims, dynamics of the relationship between perpetrators and victims, sequence of criminal acts, patterns of victim selection, mechanisms of victim control, perpetrator motivations, and modus operandi. Overall, this study concludes that most perpetrators are young men; have a close relationship with the victim; have a pattern of grooming through promises, gifts, or threats; and the perpetrator's motive is dominated by the motive of sexual gratification. The results of this study have implications for the police to conduct more in-depth investigations; for parents and schools to take preventive measures; and for correctional institutions to provide appropriate psychological intervention for perpetrators
Indonesian Adaptation of the Cultural Intelligence Scale (CQS)
Get PDFIndonesia is a country with diverse cultural backgrounds, so intercultural interactions often occur. This research aims to adapt the Cultural Quotient Scale developed by Ang and Van Dyne (2008) into Indonesian to support various research on cultural intelligence. The CQS measuring tool consists of 20 statement items and is divided into 4-factors, namely metacognitive, cognitive, motivational, and behavioral. Testing was carried out using the Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) and Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) methods involving 324 Satya Wacana Christian University students who were divided into 2 random sample groups (EFA, n=162 & CFA, n=162). The results of this research indicate that the 4-factor structure of the 17 items of the Indonesian version of the CQS statement has a "good fit" psychometric property model. This means that the Indonesian adaptation of CQS can be used in various related research. It is hoped that future research will be able to test the convergent validity of the adaptation of this measuring instrument
Harnessing Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Thought Stopping Techniques: Transformative Group Counseling to Combat Sexual Violence among Inmates
Get PDFSexual violence is a social phenomenon that remains widespread in Indonesia, involving not only adults but also children, both as victims and perpetrators. One form of sexual violence includes physical actions such as kissing, touching, and penetration, which stem from negative thoughts. Interventions are needed to address this behavior, one of which is group counseling based on Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) with the thought stopping technique. This study aims to examine the effectiveness of group counseling using CBT with the thought stopping technique in reducing sexual violence behavior among inmates. The research employs a quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental design. The sample consists of 10 inmates in the experimental group and 10 in the control group, selected using purposive sampling. The instrument used is a questionnaire with a Likert scale, and data were analyzed using the Wilcoxon Signed Ranks Test and Kolmogorov-Smirnov Two Independent Samples, supported by SPSS version 26.0. The results show that: (1) the experimental group experienced a significant reduction in sexual violence behavior, reaching a low category; (2) the control group remained in the moderate category; (3) there were significant differences before and after the intervention between the experimental and control groups. Group counseling using CBT with the thought stopping technique is proven effective and can serve as an alternative intervention to address sexual violence
Will Narcissistic People Choose Narcissistic Leaders Too? The Effect of Narcissism on Leadership Perceptions
Get PDFNarcissism refers to a condition in which individuals excessively love themselves, whereas leadership is a process of influencing others to achieve shared goals within a group. This study aims to examine the extent to which narcissism influences perceptions of leadership and the decision to select a leader. It also explores the impact of personality similarity on leadership perceptions and leader selection decisions. The findings reveal differences in leadership perceptions between candidates with high and low levels of narcissism. Leaders with high narcissism are perceived more positively and are more likely to be recommended for leadership positions compared to those with low narcissism. However, the similarity in narcissism between leaders and candidates does not influence the decision to choose a leader. This research addresses the gap in the study of the relationship between narcissism and leadership perceptions in Indonesia, where narcissism is often viewed negatively in the context of leadership. The findings indicate that personality similarity (narcissism) between voters and leadership candidates does not significantly affect voter perceptions or recommendations. Practically, this study demonstrates that narcissism can be a factor in selecting a leader, although personality similarity does not necessarily determine voting decisions
Psychological Well-Being of Adolescents Experiencing Bullying: The Role of Family Functioning, Friendship Quality, and Resilience
Get PDFAdolescent victims of bullying often struggle to socialize and often experience some unpleasant feeling such as sense of uselessness, lack of confidence, anxiety, loneliness, sadness, and even suicide attempt. This study sought to investigate how family functioning, friendship quality, and resilience influence the psychological well-being of adolescents who had been bullied. This quantitative study involved 371 junior high school adolescents from Surakarta who had experienced bullying. Data were gathered using a validated family functioning measure, friendship quality scale, resilience scale, and psychological well-being scale. The data were then analyzed using the Structural Equation Model Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS). The findings suggest that despite their low predictive accuracies, all three variables have great predictive power and may considerably explain the effect of predictor factors on the adolescents’ psychological well-being of who are bullied. Current study's practical implications include that stakeholders, such as parents, teachers, and psychology practitioners, should pay attention to and develop these qualities in order to enhance the psychological well-being of adolescents who are bullied
Correlation Between Mental Health Literacy and Mental Health Status among Health Students
Get PDFMental health constitutes a fundamental and essential component of overall well-being. Particular attention must be given to mental health concerns, especially among vulnerable adolescent populations. Epidemiological data indicate a cyclical rise in the prevalence of mental health problem, which may be mitigated through improved mental health literacy. This study aims to examine the relationship between mental health literacy and mental health status among health students. A cross-sectional survey was conducted involving 380 health students from three health polytechnic institutions. Instruments included the SRQ-20 and the Mental Health Literacy Questionnaire (MHLq-SVa). The findings indicate a statistically significant association between mental health literacy levels and reported symptoms of mental-emotional disorders (p = 0.025). These results underscore the importance of integrating mental health literacy into the health education curriculum to promote early recognition and appropriate help-seeking behaviors.
Husband-Wife Interaction, Social Support, Work-Family Balance, and Marital Satisfaction Among Female Teacher Families with Toddler-Aged Children
Get PDFMarital satisfaction can be influenced by the quality of husband-wife interaction and the availability of social support. This quantitative study aims to examine the effects of husband-wife interaction, social support, and work-family balance on the marital satisfaction of female elementary school teachers with children under five years old in Bogor City. A total of 179 respondents participated in this study, consisting of 83 public and 96 private elementary school teachers. Data were collected through structured interviews and questionnaires. The analysis employed an independent sample t-test, correlation analysis using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS), and path analysis using Smart Partial Least Squares (SmartPLS). The findings revealed significant differences in husband-wife interaction and work-family balance between public and private school teachers. Additionally, husband-wife interaction, social support, and work-family balance were significantly correlated with marital satisfaction. Furthermore, husband-wife interaction and social support were found to have a significant effect on marital satisfaction. These findings suggest the need for the Ministry of Education and Culture of the Republic of Indonesia to re-evaluate the workload and responsibilities assigned to both public and private school teachers, particularly those with young children, in order to support a more optimal work-family balance and enhance marital satisfaction
Linking Pornography Consumption Motivations to Intention to Engage in Infidelity among Indonesian Young Adults
Get PDFInfidelity is a global relational problem that can seriously undermine individual and couple well-being. However, limited research has examined how specific motivations for pornography consumption—emotional avoidance, sexual curiosity, excitement seeking, and sexual pleasure—relate to intentions to engage in infidelity. This study aimed to investigate the direct effects of these four dimensions of pornography consumption on intention to engage in infidelity. A total of 159 individuals aged 18–40 years (M = 19.58, SD = 1.43) participated in the study and completed the Pornography Consumption Inventory and the Intention to Infidelity Scale. The analysis showed that emotional avoidance, sexual curiosity, and sexual pleasure were not significantly associated with intention to engage in infidelity. In contrast, the excitement-seeking dimension demonstrated a small but significant positive association with infidelity intention. These findings suggest that pornography consumption, particularly when motivated by excitement seeking, may shape cognitive precursors to infidelity. This study clarifies the dynamic mechanisms linking pornography-related motivations and infidelity intention and offers insight into how individuals may establish psychological boundaries when confronted with opportunities for extradyadic involvement
Academic Self-Efficacy as a Mediator: Examining the Link Between Career Calling and Employability in Higher Education
Get PDFIn today's increasingly competitive job market, employability has become a vital competency for students. This study examined the relationship between career calling and student employability, with a particular focus on the mediating role of academic self-efficacy. Utilizing a quantitative correlational design, the research involved 703 student participants. Data were collected through validated Likert-type instruments measuring career calling, academic self-efficacy, and employability. Path analysis conducted using JASP software revealed significant positive associations among the three variables. Mediation analysis demonstrated that career calling had a direct effect on employability (direct effect = 0.112, p = 0.002), as well as a stronger indirect effect through academic self-efficacy (indirect effect = 0.549, p < 0.001). These findings underscore the pivotal role of academic self-efficacy as a mediator, suggesting that its influence on employability is more substantial than the direct effect of career calling alone
Psychometric Properties of the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale: A Specific Application to People with Diabetes Mellitus
Get PDFSelf-esteem is a critical psychological component for individuals living with diabetes mellitus, especially in supporting effective self-management behaviors. Accordingly, the use of a self-esteem assessment instrument with robust psychometric qualities is essential to support effective self-management among individuals with diabetes mellitus. This study aims to evaluate the psychometric characteristics of the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale by estimating its construct validity through confirmatory factor analysis and assessing reliability using McDonald's omega. One hundred and twenty individuals diagnosed with diabetes mellitus, receiving care at primary health centers in Yogyakarta City, participated in this study. Data were collected using the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale. The estimation of validity and reliability was conducted using the JAMOVI software. Results show nine items of the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale demonstrate acceptable validity and reliability for measuring self-esteem among patients with diabetes mellitus. Consequently, the scale may be appropriately applied in diabetes management at primary health care settings