Ra'ah: Journal of Sociology of Religion
Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): JUNE

The Effectiveness of Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) in Managing Anger among Dormitory Students: A QUALITATIVE CASE STUDY

JOHANA BETRIS TUMBOL (Sekolah Tinggi Filsafat Theologia Jaffray)
TAURISIA TRIFOSA (Sekolah Tinggi Filsafat Theologia Jaffray)
EUNIKE WIRAWAN (Sekolah Tinggi Filsafat Theologia Jaffray)
EVI YUSUF (Sekolah Tinggi Filsafat Theologia Jaffray)



Article Info

Publish Date
11 May 2026

Abstract

This study investigated the effectiveness of Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) in managing anger among three female boarding students at the Jaffray School of Philosophy and Theology, Makassar. Using a qualitative descriptive design with a case study approach, data were collected through five structured counseling sessions, each lasting 60 minutes, in-depth interviews, observation, and documentation. Data were analyzed using the Miles and Huberman interactive model, which includes data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing with verification. Findings indicated that REBT intervention through the ABCDE framework enabled participants to identify and challenge irrational beliefs that trigger maladaptive anger responses. Cognitive restructuring resulted in decreased anger intensity, improved emotion regulation, and more constructive interpersonal interactions within the boarding environment. This study concluded that REBT serves as an effective cognitive-behavioral intervention to improve adaptive emotion management among female boarding students.

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rah

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Religion Humanities Education Physics Social Sciences

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Ra’ah Journal is a peer-reviewed academic journal dedicated to advancing scholarly discourse in the fields of social and religious studies. The journal situates its intellectual contribution within interdisciplinary and contextual frameworks, with particular emphasis on Christian leadership, ...