Journal of Counseling and Educational Research
Vol. 2 No. 3 (2026): Journal of Counseling and Educational Research

Rasch-Based DIF Analysis of Self-Harm Behaviors: Gender, Ethnicity, and Age Factors in an Indonesian Context

Syahputra, Yuda (Unknown)
Ifdil, Ifdil (Unknown)
Setiawati, Caroline Lisa (Unknown)
Yendi, Frischa Meivilona (Unknown)
Yuliana, Yuliana (Unknown)
Tanjung, Romi Fajar (Unknown)
Susiati, Susiati (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
28 Apr 2026

Abstract

This study was conducted because self-harm behavior in adolescents has become a serious problem that requires in-depth attention, especially in Indonesia, where this phenomenon continues to increase. Factors such as gender, ethnicity, and age are believed to play an important role in influencing self-harm behavior, but comprehensive empirical studies on the interaction of these three factors are still limited. The objectives of this study were to identify differences in self-harm behavior based on gender, ethnicity, age, and investigate the interaction between these three factors. The research method used a quantitative design with a survey approach. The sample consisted of 812 adolescents who were randomly selected from various regions in Indonesia, and data were collected through questionnaires measuring the level of self-harm behavior and demographic factors. Data were analyzed using ANOVA in the Rasch model. The results showed that females have higher rates of self-harm than males. Bugis (B) and Flores (F) cultures show higher self-harm scores compared to other age groups. In addition, the 15-17 age group shows higher self-harm scores compared to other age groups. The conclusion of this study is that there are significant differences in self-harm behavior in adolescents based on gender, ethnicity, and age

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jcerch

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Humanities Economics, Econometrics & Finance Education Environmental Science Social Sciences

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Journal of Counseling and Educational Research (JCERCH) is a peer-reviewed and open-access journal that contains issues related to counseling and education. The aim of this journal is to publish articles related to diverse fields of counseling, education, psychology, mental health, social sciences, ...