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Bisma The Journal of Counseling
ISSN : 25983199     EISSN : 25983210     DOI : -
Core Subject : Education, Social,
Bisma The Journal of Counseling ISSN: Print 2598-3199 –Online 2598-3210 is a peer-reviewed, published by Universitas Pendidikan Ganesha in collaboration with Indonesian Counselor Association (IKI). The list of the journal was associated with Indonesian Counselor Association (IKI) is list here. The aim of this journal is to publish articles dedicated to all aspects of the latest outstanding developments in the field of counseling. Its scope counseling in education, sections include research, assessment, supervision in counseling, sexual abuse, violence addition counseling, multi-cultural counseling, crisis intervention, trauma counseling, ITC in counseling, counseling career, spiritual counseling, marriage and family counseling, counseling and psychotherapy.
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The Moderating Role of Wisdom in Family Functioning and Anxiety amongst Indonesian Generation Z Adolescents Riana Sahrani1; Stephanie Angelina
Bisma The Journal of Counseling Vol. 9 No. 3 (2025): December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23887/bisma.v9i3.102527

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One contributing factor is poor family functioning, which refers to the inability of the family unit to meet the needs of family members through cohesive problem-solving, mutual care, and support in facing life's challenges. This study aims to examine the relationship between family functioning and anxiety among Generation Z (Gen Z) adolescents, as moderated by wisdom. To mitigate high levels of anxiety, the study positions wisdom as a moderator. It is proposed that wisdom can mitigate the negative impact of poor family functioning on anxiety by enabling emotional regulation, reflective thinking, and adaptive coping strategies. A quantitative methodology was employed using non-probability sampling, with 390 participants aged 17–27 in Indonesia. Data were collected through an online questionnaire consisting of four scales: Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 (GAD-7) for anxiety; Family Adaptability and Cohesion Evaluation Scale II (FACES II) and Family Communication Scale (FCS) for family functioning; and Brief Self-Assessed Wisdom Scale (BSAWS) for wisdom. Data were analyzed using JASP 0.19, SPSS version 27, and Macro Process Model 1. The results showed that wisdom significantly moderated the relationship between family functioning and anxiety in Gen Z. Adolescents with higher levels of wisdom showed lower anxiety, even when facing poor family functioning, highlighting its protective role. These findings offer the integration of interventions to enhance wisdom, to strengthen the mental resilience of Gen Z especially in the context of family dysfunction.
A Pilot Study on the Effects of Mindfulness-Based Journaling on the Psychological Well-Being of Preschoolers' Parents Hita Lafia Sarasvati; Ribut Purwaningrum; Naharus Surur; Suwarjo
Bisma The Journal of Counseling Vol. 9 No. 3 (2025): December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23887/bisma.v9i3.102736

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Preschoolers' parents often face psychological challenges that can affect their well-being and caregiving. Mindfulness-based journaling may offer a practical and accessible strategy to support psychological well-being. This pilot study used a mixed-methods design to evaluate the feasibility and preliminary effectiveness of a mindfulness-based journaling program for prechoolers’ parents in Indonesia. Twenty participants completed six days of guided journaling based on Ryff’s six dimensions of psychological well-being. Quantitative data were collected using the Indonesian-adapted version of the Ryff Psychological Well-Being Scale (RPWBS) and analyzed using the Wilcoxon signed-rank test and normalized gain scores. Results showed statistically significant improvements across all dimensions, though normalized gain indicated low practical effectiveness A thematic analysis of participants’ journal entries was conducted using deductive and inductive approaches. Participants generally found the intervention helpful, with several expressing a willingness to continue journaling independently. While the short duration and reliance on self-report limit generalizability, this study provides initial support for mindfulness-based journaling as a feasible, low-intensity approach to promoting parental well-being. Future research should explore longer interventions with diverse samples and include follow-up assessments to evaluate sustained effects.
Strength and Resilience in Mothers of Children with Cancer: Grit, Hope, and Social Support Tania Mursalim; Riana Sahrani; Pamela Hendra Heng
Bisma The Journal of Counseling Vol. 9 No. 3 (2025): December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23887/bisma.v9i3.102848

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Caring for a child with cancer is a highly stressful psychological experience, particularly for mothers who serve as the primary caregivers. Resilience is understood as the psychological capacity to recover and adapt positively when facing long-term stress. This study aims to examine the effect of grit on resilience among mothers of children with cancer, as well as to analyze the moderating roles of hope and social support. Participants consisted of 216 mothers of children with cancer aged 0–18 years who were currently undergoing or had completed chemotherapy in Indonesia. The instruments used were the Short Grit Scale (Grit-S), Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale (CD-RISC), State Hope Scale (SHS), and Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS). This correlational quantitative study was analyzed using Moderated Regression Analysis (MRA) in JASP. The results showed that grit had a significant positive relationship with resilience (r = 0.289, p < 0.001), as did hope (r = 0.673, p < 0.001) and social support (r = 0.420, p < 0.001). Grit was also positively associated with hope (r = 0.242, p < 0.001) and social support (r = 0.207, p = 0.002). However, the interaction between grit and hope (β = –0.053, t = –0.732, p = 0.465) and between grit and social support (β = –0.098, t = –1.378, p = 0.170) was not significant. These findings emphasize grit as a direct predictor of resilience and encourage the development of personal and social strength based interventions for mothers in the caregiving of children with cancer.
The Effectiveness of Bibliotherapy Using Flipbooks in Enhancing Resilience among Adolescents in Fatherless Situations Utari Pratiwi; Yarmis Syukur
Bisma The Journal of Counseling Vol. 9 No. 3 (2025): December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23887/bisma.v9i3.102883

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The fatherless phenomenon experienced by adolescents has implications for low emotional resilience, thereby increasing vulnerability to psychosocial stress, anxiety, and reduced mental well-being. This study aims to examine the effectiveness of bibliotherapy using digital flipbook media in enhancing the emotional resilience of adolescents in fatherless situations. The research employed a quantitative approach with a one-group pretest-posttest pre-experimental design. The sample consisted of 20 seventh-grade junior high school students selected through purposive sampling. The instrument used was a resilience questionnaire comprising 60 valid and reliable statements (α = 0.975). Data were analyzed using N-Gain and Wilcoxon tests. The results indicated a significant increase in students’ resilience after receiving flipbook-based bibliotherapy intervention. N-Gain scores ranged from 0.37 to 0.92, categorized as moderate to high, while the Wilcoxon test yielded T1 = 0 and T2 = 1614, indicating a significant difference between pretest and posttest scores. These findings demonstrate that flipbook-based bibliotherapy effectively strengthens emotion regulation, fosters optimism, and enhances adaptive coping mechanisms in fatherless adolescents. The study underscores the importance of integrating innovative digital media into school counseling services as a preventive and curative effort to improve adolescent mental health.
Trapped in the Digital World: Influence Social Media Addiction Leads to Body Dissatisfaction Asiah; Erwita Ika Violina; Rafael Lisinus Ginting; Kamila Huwaida
Bisma The Journal of Counseling Vol. 9 No. 2 (2025): August
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23887/bisma.v9i2.102940

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Social media has evolved into a fundamental component of daily life, influencing nearly every aspect of social interaction, entertainment, and communication. However, excessive engagement with social media can impact mental health, particularly in relation to body image perception. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the extent to which social media addiction influences body image among college students. The methodology used is descriptive, with a descriptive correlation study design, aiming to explain the relationship between social media addiction and body dissatisfaction among college students. The study population consisted of 157 college students, with the sample size calculated using the Slovin formula, resulting in 112 respondents. Sample recruitment was conducted through simple random sampling to ensure respondent diversity. The instruments used in this study were the social media addiction scale and the body dissatisfaction scale. The collected data were analyzed using simple linear regression tests. Prior to this, prerequisite tests were conducted, particularly the normality test, which yielded a value of 0.200, indicating normally distributed data, and the linearity test, which yielded a significance value of 0.000, indicating a highly significant linear relationship. The results of the simple linear regression showed a value of 0.325, indicating a weak positive correlation between social media addiction and body dissatisfaction. These findings suggest that social media addiction influences body dissatisfaction, although the effect is relatively modest.
Reality Group Counseling to Reduce Phubbing Behavior in College Students Irma Suryani Nasution; Silvianetri; Darimis; Irman; Wahidah Fitriani; Ardimen
Bisma The Journal of Counseling Vol. 9 No. 3 (2025): December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23887/bisma.v9i3.103627

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The background of this study is the high prevalence of phubbing behavior, which has a negative impact on college students' social interactions. Through reality group counseling, external control behavior can be changed to internal control behavior, resulting in pleasure and enjoyment in life. This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of reality group counseling in reducing phubbing behavior among college students. A quantitative approach with a quasi-experiment using a pretest-posttest control group design was used. Data were collected using a phubbing behavior scale. The scale used in this study was the phubbing behavior scale for college students. This study involved a population of 37 students and a sample of 16 students. The sampling technique was done randomly. Data analysis was performed using an independent samples t-test, while the n-gain test was applied to assess the effectiveness of the intervention. Phubbing behavior was reduced through reality group counseling using the WDEP technique, which was conducted over 8 sessions, followed by a posttest using the phubbing behavior scale. The findings indicate that reality group counseling effectively reduces phubbing behavior, as shown by the results of an independent t-test of 0.000 < 0.05. The effectiveness of reality group counseling was 77.5%, indicating a significant impact on college students with high levels of phubbing behavior. These findings emphasize the importance of managing technology use and increasing direct social interaction in order to improve the quality of interpersonal relationships.
Hope, Optimism, Academic Flow, and Academic Engagement of Students in Online Learning Yudi Suharsono; Siti Fatimah
Bisma The Journal of Counseling Vol. 9 No. 3 (2025): December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23887/bisma.v9i3.103657

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Online learning after the pandemic has brought new challenges, especially low student engagement due to distractions, decreased motivation, and increased academic workload. In addition, there is still limited research that simultaneously examines the role of positive psychological factors, namely hope, optimism, and flow experience, in comprehensively improving academic engagement. This study aims to analyze the relationship between hope, optimism, academic flow, and student academic engagement in online learning. The research design uses a correlational quantitative approach with multiple regression analysis. The participants consisted of 152 students. The instruments used included the Hope Scale, Optimism Scale, Academic Flow Scale, and Academic Engagement Scale. The results show that there is a significant simultaneous influence of expectations, optimism, and academic flow on academic engagement. Partially, these three variables also have a significant influence on academic engagement. These findings confirm that the higher the level of expectations, optimism, and flow experience of students, the higher their academic engagement in online learning. The implications of this study emphasize the importance of pedagogical strategies that foster optimism, stimulate expectations, and facilitate flow experiences to improve the quality of students' academic engagement.
Psychometric Properties of the General Self-efficacy Scale in Indonesian Senior High School Students: Invariance Across Gender Amalia Rizki Pautina; Mungin Eddy Wibowo; Heru Mugiarso; Awalya; Arif Sahin
Bisma The Journal of Counseling Vol. 9 No. 3 (2025): December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23887/bisma.v9i3.103781

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The measurement instruments assessing self-efficacy among Indonesian high school students have yet to establish cultural relevance and measurement equivalence across gender groups, raising the potential for biased gender comparisons. Without strong psychometric evidence, the interpretation of research findings and the design of educational interventions remain limited. This study aimed to adapt and comprehensively evaluate the psychometric properties of the Indonesian version of the General Self-Efficacy Scale (GSES) and to examine its measurement invariance across gender. Using a cross-sectional survey design, data were collected from 635 students and analyzed through Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) and multigroup procedures to assess configural, metric, scalar, and strict invariance. The results supported a three-factor, ten-item solution, with satisfactory model fit indices (CFI = 0.943; RMSEA = 0.066; SRMR = 0.043) and high internal consistency (Cronbach’s α = 0.85). Measurement invariance testing confirmed gender equivalence across all levels. In conclusion, the adapted Indonesian version of the GSES demonstrated strong validity and reliability for assessing self-efficacy among high school students. The findings suggest that this instrument is suitable for use in research, educational assessment, and the development of interventions and policies aimed at enhancing students’ motivation, resilience, and academic outcomes.
Forgiveness and Subjective Well-being in Students Who are Victims of Toxic Relationships Michelle Kaelyn Joy; Arthur Huwae
Bisma The Journal of Counseling Vol. 9 No. 3 (2025): December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23887/bisma.v9i3.103863

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University students who experience toxic relationships frequently encounter challenges in achieving subjective well-being due to the psychological consequences of unhealthy relational dynamics. These difficulties may stem from an impaired capacity to forgive and to reconcile with the situation. This study aims to examine the association between forgiveness and subjective well-being among students who have been victims of toxic relationships. The research employed a quantitative approach using a bivariate correlational design. A total of 139 students who met the criteria for having experienced a toxic relationship participated in the study through purposive sampling. Forgiveness was assessed using the TRIM-18, whereas subjective well-being was measured using the Satisfaction With Life Scale (SWLS) and the Positive and Negative Affect Schedule (PANAS). Pearson’s correlation analysis revealed no significant association between forgiveness and subjective well-being (r = 0.048, p > 0.05). Specifically, forgiveness was not significantly correlated with life satisfaction, positive affect, or negative affect. These findings suggest that forgiveness may not directly contribute to enhanced subjective well-being in the context of toxic relationships. The results underscore the need for more comprehensive and targeted psychological interventions, including therapeutic strategies and emotional support, to aid students in recovering from the adverse effects of toxic relational experiences.
Healthy Lifestyle Behavior, Hardiness, and Psychological Distress in the Sandwich Generation Stefanie Yovita Herawan; Arthur Huwae
Bisma The Journal of Counseling Vol. 9 No. 3 (2025): December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23887/bisma.v9i3.103884

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Approximately 56 million productive-age individuals in Indonesia are classified as the Sandwich Generation, facing psychological pressure due to their dual roles in caring for aging parents while raising children. This pressure may increase psychological distress, highlighting the need to understand protective factors that can mitigate its impact. This study aims to analyze the roles of healthy lifestyle and hardiness as predictors of psychological distress among Indonesia’s Sandwich Generation. The sample consisted of 432 respondents obtained through accidental sampling over a one-month period. A quantitative approach with multiple linear regression analysis was employed. The instruments used were the Health-Promoting Lifestyle Profile II (HPLP-II), Hardiness Scale, and Depression Anxiety Stress Scale (DASS-21). The results revealed that, simultaneously, healthy lifestyle and hardiness significantly predicted psychological distress. However, only hardiness emerged as a significant individual predictor. These findings emphasize the importance of psychological interventions that strengthen hardiness, with a healthy lifestyle serving as a supporting factor in reducing psychological distress among the Sandwich Generation.

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