Jurnal Sosiologi Agama Indonesia (JSAI)
Vol. 6 No. 2 (2025)

Parenting Strategies and Adaptation among Muslim Families in the Prostitution-Affected Area of Samas Beach, Yogyakarta

Nugroho, Aji Setyo (Unknown)
A’isah, Anita (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Jul 2025

Abstract

This study examines how Muslim families manage parenting in the prostitution-affected area of Samas Beach, Yogyakarta, where social and economic risks shape everyday life. Using a qualitative case study design, the research draws on in-depth interviews and participant observation with four families living in this unique context. The results reveal a spectrum of parenting strategies, from structured routines and active communication to more permissive patterns influenced by limited resources and parental absence. Parental backgrounds, especially experiences with past risk and hardship, often led parents to become more protective and intentional in raising their children. Economic pressures and irregular work schedules contributed to increased reliance on older siblings and less consistent daily supervision. Religious knowledge and community involvement sometimes supported families in guiding their children’s behavior, but could also present challenges when routines were disrupted. The findings highlight that parenting in a prostitution-affected environment requires ongoing adaptation and negotiation. These insights point to the importance of context-sensitive support systems for strengthening resilience among children and parents living in similar high-risk communities.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jsai

Publisher

Subject

Religion Arts Humanities Education Social Sciences

Description

The focus and Scope of JSAI is to provide a scientific article of conceptual studies of sociology of religion, religious communities, multicultural societies, social changes in religious communities, and social relations between religious communities base on field research or literature studies with ...