Improving Emotional Control Abilities with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in Adolescents Addicted to Gadgets

Amira Permata Sari Tarigan (Politeknik Kesehatan Kementerian Kesehatan Medan)
Afniwati Afniwati (Politeknik Kesehatan Kementerian Kesehatan Medan)
Endang Susilawati (Politeknik Kesehatan Kementerian Kesehatan Medan)

Jurnal Kreativitas PKM
Vol 9, No 11 (2026): Volume 9 Nomor 11 (2026)

ABSTRACT Excessive gadget use in adolescents causes addiction and emotional control disorders. Improving emotional control skills in adolescents addicted to gadgets through cognitive behavioral therapy. The community service activity was conducted in SMP Muhammadiyah 49 Medan in January–September 2025 with 31 students. The method included a pre-test, two sessions of cognitive behavioral therapy, and a post-test using the same questionnaire. There was a decrease in the average score of gadget use intensity by 8.85 points and an increase in emotional control skills by 4.91 points.Cognitive behavioral therapy is effective in reducing gadget addiction and improving emotional control skills in adolescents. Keywords: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Gadget Addiction, Emotional Control.