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Journal : Abdi Masyarakat UIKA

Analysis of the Communication Crisis Between Parents and Children Amid the Dominance of Social Media Hawa, Deas Valiyanida; Achdiani, Yani; Fatimah, Sarah Nurul
AMK : Abdi Masyarakat UIKA Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026): MARET
Publisher : Universitas Ibn Khaldun

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32832/amk.v5i1.3149

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The rapid rise of social media has reshaped communication patterns within modern families, significantly influencing how parents and children interact in their daily lives. While social media platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, and WhatsApp provide convenience, entertainment, and a sense of connectedness, they have also contributed to a growing communication crisis within households. Many children increasingly engage with their digital devices, while parents similarly divide their attention between family responsibilities and online activities. This shift reduces face-to-face interactions, weakens emotional bonds, and widens generational communication gaps. This study analyzes the communication crisis caused by excessive social media dominance, exploring its impact on emotional closeness, family dynamics, and conflict emergence. It further examines the social and psychological factors that shape communication breakdowns between parents and children. The findings highlight that miscommunication often stems from digital distractions, differences in technological literacy, and shifting communication styles influenced by online culture. The study offers insights into how families can restore communication harmony through healthy digital habits, open dialogue, parental role modeling, and quality offline interaction. Strengthening emotional bonds is essential to prevent long-term relational damage and to ensure that technological advancement does not erode the foundation of parent–child relationships.
The Dual Roles of the Sandwich Generation in the Modern Era: Balancing Work, Family, and Mental Health Khairulnisa, Ratu; Achdiani, Yani; Fatimah, Sarah Nurul
AMK : Abdi Masyarakat UIKA Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026): MARET
Publisher : Universitas Ibn Khaldun

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32832/amk.v5i1.3150

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The phenomenon of the sandwich generation has become an increasingly visible social reality in the modern era, particularly as individuals face simultaneous responsibilities toward their aging parents and their dependent children. This dual burden places individuals in a unique socio-economic and emotional position where financial obligations, caregiving duties, and professional demands intersect. This study analyzes the multidimensional roles, challenges, and coping strategies experienced by the sandwich generation in navigating work, family, and mental well-being. The research highlights contributing factors such as rising living costs, increasing life expectancy, insufficient financial planning across generations, and strong cultural expectations of filial duty. Findings show that sandwich generation individuals often experience chronic stress, emotional fatigue, and role conflict due to overlapping responsibilities. However, effective time management, social support systems, self-care practices, and the utilization of digital tools can help mitigate the psychological strain. This study emphasizes the necessity of structural support both within families and through workplace policies to promote mental health and enhance resilience among the sandwich generation. Ultimately, strengthening awareness about intergenerational financial literacy, caregiving readiness, and mental-health preservation is crucial in reducing the long-term burden faced by this demographic group.