FOKUS : Kajian Bimbingan dan Konseling dalam Pendidikan
Vol. 9 No. 2 (2026): Vol 9, No 2 Maret 2026

The Strengthening Emotional Regulation of Children with Intellectual Disabilities through Social-Emotional Group Guidance in Inclusive Primary Schools

Maulina, Arum (Unknown)
Rudi Masrukhin, Akhmad (Unknown)
Faisol Hakim (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
26 Mar 2026

Abstract

Emotional regulation is a critical developmental competence for children with intellectual disabilities, particularly in inclusive primary school settings. This study examined the strengthening of emotional regulation through social-emotional group guidance. A quantitative pre-experimental design with a one-group pretest–posttest approach was employed. Participants consisted of six children with intellectual disabilities enrolled in an inclusive primary school. Emotional regulation was assessed using a structured observational scale administered before and after the intervention. Data were analyzed using the Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test. The results showed a statistically significant difference between pretest and posttest scores (Z = −2.201; p = 0.031), indicating a gradual improvement in emotional regulation following the group guidance program. These findings suggest that social-emotional group guidance is a relevant and developmentally appropriate approach to supporting emotional regulation within school-based counseling services in inclusive education.

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fokus

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Education Environmental Science Public Health Social Sciences Other

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Fokus publishes original research or theoretical papers about teaching and learning in Guidance and Counseling study program of IKIP Siliwangi Bandung on current science issues, namely: Guidance and Counseling educator in elementary, secondary and high school level. Guidance and Counseling observers ...