Jurnal Konseling Pendidikan Islam
Vol. 7 No. 3 (2026): Jurnal Konseling Pendidikan Islam

EMOTIONAL DEPENDENCE AND THE ON-AND-OFF PHENOMENON: A CASE STUDY OF EARLY ADULT COLLEGE STUDENTS' DATING RELATIONSHIPS

Lutfiah Rahmah (UIN Sumatera Utara)
Mutiawati Mutiawati (UIN Sumatera Utara)



Article Info

Publish Date
08 Jul 2026

Abstract

This study aims to understand emotional dependency in dating relationships and its association with the on-and-off relationship phenomenon among students of Islamic Guidance and Counseling (Bimbingan dan Penyuluhan Islam), cohort 2022. This research employs a qualitative approach with a case study design involving students who have experienced and are currently in on-and-off relationships. Data were collected through interviews, observations, and documentation. The findings indicate that partners are perceived as the primary source of emotional support, security, and a place to share problems. Strong emotional attachment makes individuals feel comfortable with their partners, but also leads to anxiety when attention or communication decreases. This condition encourages individuals to maintain the relationship despite frequent conflicts, resulting in an on-and-off relationship pattern. The study shows that emotional dependency plays a role in sustaining unstable relationship dynamics among students.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jkpi

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Subject

Education Other

Description

Al Khairat Journal of Islamic Education Counseling (JKPI-Al Khairat) is a scientific journal in the field of Guidance and Counseling in Islamic Education and Education in general which is published regularly twice a year. This journal was published by departmen Islamic Guidance and Counseling at the ...