Psikodimensia: Kajian Ilmiah Psikologi
Vol 24, No 1: Juni 2025

The Influence of Attachment Style on The Tendency of People Pleasing Behavior Among University Students in Kupang City

Melisa Soligracia Tanghana (Universitas Nusa Cendana)
Mernon Yerlinda Carlista Mage (Universitas Nusa Cendana)
Feronika Ratu (Universitas Nusa Cendana)



Article Info

Publish Date
11 Nov 2025

Abstract

University students as early adults face developmental tasks in forming healthy interpersonal relathionship. People pleasing behavior tendency emerges as a respons to the need for acceptance and recognition in social environments. This study aims to determine the influence of attachment style on people pleasing behavior tendency among university students in Kupang City. The research method employed a quantitave approach with simple linear regression analysis using SPSS. The research sample was 382 respondents selected using a simple random sampling technique. Research instruments used the Inventory of Parent and Peer Attachment (IPPA) and The Disease to Please Triangle. The result of the analysis effect between attachment style and the tendency to engage in people pleasing behavior (β=-0,103; p0,05). This finding indicates that students with higher attachment style quality (tending to be secure) have a lower tendency to engage in people pleasing behavior.

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Journal Info

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psi

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Subject

Physics

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PSIKODIMENSIA is a scientific study that contains the results of research, thought and dissemination that aims to improve research, reviews and applications in the field of psychology. As a forum, communication media, and scientific development, the editorial received a contribution to the article ...