POTENSI : Journal of Education and Human Development
Vol. 2 No. 2 (2026): April

Self-Compassion Among Adolescents from Low-Functioning Families: A Descriptive and Correlational Study

Nida Nurhamidah (Universitas Muhammadiyah Tasikmalaya)
Gian Sugiana Sugara (Universitas Muhammadiyah Tasikmalaya)
Anandha Putri Rahimsyah (Universitas Muhammadiyah Tasikmalaya)
Galuh Adji Pratama (Universiti Malaysia Terengganu)



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01 Sep 2026

Abstract

Self-compassion is an important psychological resource for adolescents, especially those from low-functioning families. This study aimed to describe self-compassion profiles and examine their relationship with family functioning among adolescents. A quantitative cross-sectional correlational design was used involving 92 senior high school students. Data were collected using the Family Functioning Scale and the Self-Compassion Scale and analyzed through descriptive statistics and Pearson correlation. The findings showed that most adolescents were in the moderate self-compassion category, with higher vulnerability in the dimensions of isolation and overidentification. Family functioning was positively but weakly related to self-compassion. These results indicate the need for school-based counseling interventions to strengthen emotional regulation and self-compassion in adolescents.

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POTENSI : Journal of Education and Human Development is a peer-reviewed, scientific journal published by the Edupotensia Foundation. The aim of this journal is to publish high-quality articles dedicated to all aspects of the latest outstanding developments in the field of education. Its scope ...