Edumaspul: Jurnal Pendidikan
Vol. 10 No. 2 (2026): Edumaspul: Jurnal Pendidikan

The Relationship Between Self-Control and Bullying Behavior Among Eighth-Grade Students

Yohana Yulita Neke Nahak (Universitas Katolik Widya Mandira Kupang)
Enasely Mega Wenyi Rohi (Universitas Katolik Widya Mandira Kupang)
Gracianus Edwin T. P Lejap (Universitas Katolik Widya Mandira Kupang)



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Publish Date
11 Sep 2026

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between self-control and bullying behavior among eighth-grade students at UPTD SMP Negeri 16 Kupang in the 2025/2026 academic year. This study employed a quantitative descriptive research method with a correlational design. The population consisted of 164 students, while the sample comprised 42 students (25% of the population), selected using a simple random sampling technique. Data were analyzed using the Product Moment correlation test with the assistance of SPSS Statistics version 26 for Windows. The results showed a significant relationship between self-control and bullying behavior among eighth-grade students at UPTD SMP Negeri 16 Kupang in the 2025/2026 academic year, with a weak level of relationship and a positive direction.

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edumaspul

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Edumaspul: Jurnal Pendidikan publishes original research articles, review articles, and current issues related to the multidisciplinary field of education. The journal provides an academic platform for teachers, lecturers, and researchers to contribute innovative scholarly work in education and ...