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Dedy Surya
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dedysurya@iainlangsa.ac.id
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+6285260746454
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inspira@iainlangsa.ac.id
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Jalan Meurandeh, Meurandeh, Langsa Lama, Kota Langsa, Aceh 24411
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Kota langsa,
Aceh
INDONESIA
INSPIRA: Indonesian Journal of Psychological Research
ISSN : 27227634     EISSN : 27227642     DOI : https://doi.org/10.32505/inspira
INSPIRA: Indonesian Journal of Psychological Research accepts empirical-research articles in any psychology-related subjects and any research methodology (i.e., experimental, observational, ethnographic, survey, interpretive) corresponding to the area of psychology or behavioral science that meet the standard publication in this journal that fall within the Islamic context. The broad range of Islamic context published by the journal includes, but not limited to, research in Muslim populations, mental health issue preventions, mental health interventions in Islamic traditions, etc.
Articles 141 Documents
The effectiveness of the Self-control for Pupils–Reflective Journaling (STOP-RJ) program in enhancing self-control among juvenile offenders Naomi Soetikno; Azka Ghaisani Nabila; Elvin Elvin; Fersuswanti Hitiyahubessy; Eka Wulandari
INSPIRA: Indonesian Journal of Psychological Research Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): Vol. 7 No. 1 June 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32505/inspira.v7i1.15000

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Juvenile offenders frequently exhibit significant deficits in self-control, escalating the risk of recidivism and impeding successful social reintegration. The restrictive environment of juvenile correctional institutions further strains emotional regulation, highlighting the critical need for structured psychological interventions. This study investigated the efficacy of the Self-control for Pupils–Reflective Journaling (STOP-RJ) program in enhancing self-control among incarcerated youth at a correctional facility in Jakarta, Indonesia. Utilizing a quasi-experimental one-group pretest-posttest design, the study involved 22 male adolescent detainees (aged 14–18 years). Participants were selected via non-random convenience sampling based on baseline self-regulation deficits. Self-control was assessed using a validated Indonesian adaptation of the Brief Self-Control Scale (BSCS). The STOP-RJ intervention encompassed six structured sessions (30–45 minutes each), integrating psychoeducation, daily emotion identification, thought-behavior mapping, implementation intentions (if-then strategies), reflective journaling, and individual mentoring. Due to the non-normal distribution of the posttest data, a Wilcoxon Signed-Rank Test was employed for analysis. Results indicated a statistically significant and large-magnitude improvement in self-control following the intervention (Z = -4.11, p < .001, r = .88). Participants demonstrated consistent score increases from pretest (M = 25.91, SD = 3.99) to posttest (M = 33.95, SD = 2.52). These findings underscore the STOP-RJ program as a promising, evidence-based psychological intervention for strengthening self-regulation among at-risk adolescents, offering substantial implications for rehabilitation and social reintegration frameworks within correctional settings
Honesty as the best policy: A study on conformity’s influence in integrity among second-year college students Sophia Yvette Endaya; Dennise Gabrielle R. Nicolas; Genryl Nuique; Anthony Raimond Ong Jr.; Margaret Sai Pormacion; Vanessa Laura Arcilla
INSPIRA: Indonesian Journal of Psychological Research Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): Vol. 7 No. 1 June 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32505/inspira.v7i1.14553

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This study evaluated the causal impact of peer conformity pressure on the academic integrity of second-year undergraduate students within the Filipino socio-cultural context. Utilizing a true experimental, between-subjects design, 28 sophomore students (M = 20.10 years, SD = 0.62) from the Philippine Normal University, Manila, were randomized into a control group (n = 13, independent task execution) or an experimental group (n = 15, exposure to a manipulated, incorrect group consensus via a synchronous virtual platform). Data collected from the Academic Integrity Scale, Conformity Tendency Scale, and the Scientific Reasoning Scale were analyzed using a two-way mixed-design ANOVA. The omnibus test revealed a non-significant interaction effect between group assignment and testing phases, F (3, 104) = 0.07, p = .975, indicating that immediate exposure to conflicting peer answers did not induce fraudulent adjustment or compromise behavioral integrity. Conversely, a robust main effect emerged showing that highly crystallized baseline configurations of self-reported honesty strongly predicted an increased capacity to resist situational peer conformity (p < .001). These findings indicate that internal moral convictions and analytical reasoning function as powerful cognitive buffers against situational distortions, suggesting that the indigenous Filipino value of pakikisama (interpersonal harmony) does not mandate ethical capitulation. In practice, higher education institutions should transition to integrity frameworks that cultivate intrinsic moral ownership and cognitive autonomy rather than relying on superficial compliance mechanisms.
Buffering maternal stress: The vital role of social support in enhancing resilience among married mothers Iqra Sarfaraz; Amena Zehra Ali
INSPIRA: Indonesian Journal of Psychological Research Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): Vol. 7 No. 1 June 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32505/inspira.v7i1.14820

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Abstract This study examined the predictive impact of perceived social support on maternal parenting stress and psychological resilience across two distinct marital configurations: cohabiting marriages and work-related long-distance relationships (LDR). A quantitative, cross-sectional comparative design was utilized with a sample of 80 married mothers (N=40 cohabiting; N=40 LDR) who completed the Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS), the Parental Stress Scale (PSS), and the Brief Resilient Coping Scale (BRCS). Linear regression analyses revealed divergent socio-ecological pathways between the two cohorts. For cohabiting mothers, global social support did not significantly predict a reduction in maternal stress (R2 = .02, p = .37); however, friend support emerged as a robust positive predictor of psychological resilience (R2 = .29, p <.001, β = 0.54). In contrast, for LDR mothers, global social support successfully predicted reduced maternal stress (R2 = .17, p = .01), driven primarily by significant other (β = −0.43) and family (β = −0.38) domains, while localized family and friend support significantly cultivated resilience. Aggregate analyses (N = 80) confirmed that global social support reduces maternal distress (R2 = .08, p = .01) and enhances general resilience (R2 =.10, p <.001). These findings demonstrate that spousal co-presence does not inherently buffer maternal stress without domestic equity, highlighting the critical need for clinical family interventions that target structural co-parenting balances in cohabiting households and expand localized community safety nets for solo-caregiving LDR mothers.
Predictors of employee performance: The roles of compensation, work environment, and leadership style Bayu Arif Prabudi; Idar Sri Afriyanti Zebua; Rahmat Syaibani
INSPIRA: Indonesian Journal of Psychological Research Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): Vol. 7 No. 1 June 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32505/inspira.v7i1.14828

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This study investigates the simultaneous and individual predictive effects of compensation, work environment, and leadership style on employee performance within a knowledge-intensive consulting firm. Utilizing a quantitative correlational design, empirical data were gathered from a saturated sample (N = 32) of corporate personnel via a validated five-point Likert-type questionnaire. The dataset underwent rigorous psychometric evaluation, classical assumption diagnostics, and multiple linear regression analysis. The empirical findings revealed that the aggregate regression model possesses an exceptional explanatory capacity, accounting for 86.8% of the total variance in employee performance (R² = .868, F = 61.528, p< .001). Separately, all three predictors exerted statistically significant and positive directional effects on performance metrics. Compensation emerged as the most robust predictor (β = 1.005, t = 8.724, p < .001), followed by leadership style (β = .510, t = 4.866, p < .001), and work environment (β = .268, t = 2.120, p = .043). These insights demonstrate that minimizing corporate productivity deficits requires a highly synchronized human resource architecture rather than isolated interventions. The study concludes that sustainable workforce output depends heavily on the strategic orchestration of equitable financial rewards, emotionally intelligent and inclusive managerial guidance, and a supportive physical-psychosocial workspace ecosystem
Enhancing early childhood emotional competence: A mixed-methods study of parental involvement and interactive media Erin Erin; Zubaidah Zubaidah; Geby Velensia; Rita Markus Idulfilastri; Aloysius Bernanda Gunawan
INSPIRA: Indonesian Journal of Psychological Research Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): Vol. 7 No. 1 June 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32505/inspira.v7i1.15141

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Emotion recognition is a foundational component of early childhood socio-emotional development, yet caregivers often lack structured educational media to systematically facilitate this learning within the home environment. This mixed-methods study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of active parental involvement in habituating emotion recognition in children aged 4 to 6 years through interactive books. Employing a pre-experimental, one-group pre-test and post-test design, the study involved 10 child-parent dyads from the Jakarta and Tangerang regions during a one-week intervention. Quantitative data, analyzed using the Wilcoxon Signed-Rank test, revealed a statistically significant improvement in the children's emotion recognition abilities following the intervention (p=.011). Concurrently, qualitative data from in-depth parental interviews were analyzed using thematic analysis in NVivo. The qualitative findings demonstrated that parents employed highly fluid, situational parenting styles to scaffold their children's emotional learning. The interactive book not only served as an effective attentional deployment mechanism for the children but also fostered a reciprocal co-learning environment, thereby enhancing the children's emotional communication and the parents' behavioral regulation. Ultimately, the integration of multimodal interactive media with emotionally responsive parental scaffolding significantly advances early childhood emotional competence and fortifies intra-familial bonds.
The relationship between emotional regulation and impulse buying among online gamers in Indonesia Cecillia Alessandra Andhini Maharani; Maria Prima Novita
INSPIRA: Indonesian Journal of Psychological Research Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): Vol. 7 No. 1 June 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32505/inspira.v7i1.15231

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Motivated by the rapid expansion of the online gaming industry in Indonesia and the subsequent rise in in-game purchases, this study investigates the relationship between emotion regulation and impulse buying. Although such impulsive behavior is often attributed to psychological factors like emotion regulation, its specific impact on gamers requires further examination. Utilizing a quantitative correlational design, data were collected from 135 Indonesian online gamers aged 18–25 through snowball sampling. The Impulse Buying Tendency Scale (IBTS) and the Emotion Regulation Questionnaire (ERQ) were administered via an online survey, and the data were analyzed using the Pearson Product-Moment correlation test. The results revealed no significant relationship between emotion regulation and impulse buying (r = -.007; p = .936). These findings suggest that emotion regulation is not a primary driver of impulsive in-game purchases among young adult gamers.
Predicting frontline employee morale through the quality of the work environment Chairiah Yulianti Siregar; Inggrit Puspita Sari; Syahrul Fahri; Intan Fitriani Giawa
INSPIRA: Indonesian Journal of Psychological Research Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): Vol. 7 No. 1 June 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32505/inspira.v7i1.15344

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This study investigates the impact of the physical and psychosocial work environment on frontline employee morale within high-density commercial dining complexes. Grounded in the Job Demands-Resources (JD-R) model and Herzberg’s Motivator-Hygiene framework, the research addresses the under-explored dynamics of volatile, shared-space hospitality sectors. Utilizing a quantitative causal-comparative design, data were collected from a purposive sample of 92 full-time frontline personnel via structured questionnaires. Simple linear regression analysis revealed the work environment as a significant positive predictor of morale (F(1, 90) = 114.198, p < .001), explaining 55.9% of the variance (R² = .559). The model (Y = 25.124 + 0.963X) demonstrates that a one-unit improvement in workplace quality increases morale by 0.963 units. These findings indicate that optimizing environmental assets in high-volume ecosystems transforms baseline hygiene factors into psychological motivators that buffer operational strain. Practically, operators must prioritize ergonomic infrastructure, optimal staffing, and supportive climates to mitigate burnout, retain human capital, and ensure competitive viability.
Father involvement in a female university student engaging in premarital sexual behavior: A case study Dewi Fitriana; Ruaidah Ruaidah; Muhammad Rizky Fadillah
INSPIRA: Indonesian Journal of Psychological Research Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): Vol. 7 No. 1 June 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32505/inspira.v7i1.15625

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Premarital sexual behavior among emerging adults is a complex issue deeply intertwined with family dynamics, particularly the quality of paternal involvement. This qualitative case study aims to comprehensively analyze the dynamics of father involvement and its impact on the decision-making processes of female university students regarding premarital sexual activity in Padang City. Utilizing a purposive sampling technique, data were collected through in-depth interviews and behavioral observations from three female university students. Thematic analysis was conducted utilizing Lamb’s (2000) tripartite framework of father involvement, comprising engagement, accessibility, and responsibility. The findings reveal three distinct psychological typologies. First, partial involvement characterized by instrumental provision but emotional absence drives daughters to seek affective compensation through sexual compliance. Second, total paternal absence compounded by relational dysfunction and hostility fosters alienation, utilizing sexuality as a manifestation of rebellion. Third, paradoxically, high physical and emotional involvement fails as an absolute protective factor if moral internalization is executed through rigid dogmatism, which hinders the development of autonomous self-regulation. The study concludes that effective paternal protection transcends physical presence and financial support; it necessitates dialogic communication and emotional warmth to cultivate robust internal self-control, enabling daughters to navigate interpersonal pressures in unsupervised environments.
Followership measurement instruments: A systematic review of the literature Retno Pandan Arum Kusumowardhani; Seger Handoyo; Fajrianthi Fajrianthi; Rakhman Ardi
INSPIRA: Indonesian Journal of Psychological Research Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): Vol. 7 No. 1 June 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32505/inspira.v7i1.15750

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While leadership has long dominated organizational research, followership has emerged over the last three decades as a critical driver of organizational success. The growth of this field heavily relies on robust, validated measurement instruments; yet, a comprehensive evaluation of these tools remains scarce. This study presents a systematic review of available followership meaurement instruments using PRISMA framework. A rigorous search across seven major databases (EBSCO, Emerald, SAGE, ScienceDirect, Scopus, SpringerLink, and ProQuest) for articles published between 1992 and 2022 yielded 12 eligible studies for synthesis. This review contributes to the literature in three ways: it synthesizes descriptive data from the selected studies, and evaluates the methodological rigor of scale construction and validation for the 12 measures. Finally, we propose a strategic agenda for future research to advance the methodological standards and theoretical boundaries of followership studies.
"I have, I am, I can": A phenomenological study of resilience pathways in older adults with diabetes mellitus Anugrasia Auliani
INSPIRA: Indonesian Journal of Psychological Research Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): Vol. 7 No. 1 June 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32505/inspira.v7i1.15944

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Diabetes mellitus frequently triggers profound psychological distress among older adults following diagnosis, necessitating resilience to adapt and maintain their quality of life. This phenomenological qualitative study sought to investigate the resilience profiles and identify the underlying factors contributing to resilience among older adults living with DM in Indonesia. Utilizing purposive sampling, data were collected through in-depth interviews and behavioral observations involving three female older adults diagnosed with DM for three to five years. The data were triangulated with insights from six supporting informants (close family members) and analyzed thematically using the seven dimensions of resilience and the three sources of resilience (I have, I am, I can). The findings revealed that all participants experienced a prolonged phase of emotional distress before achieving resilience through highly individualized pathways, including religious coping, maternal responsibilities, and behavioral activation. Unwavering family support (I have) emerged as the most dominant catalyst, providing a psychological scaffold that facilitated the internal development of personal strength (I am) and, ultimately, the maturation of emotional management skills (I can). The study concludes that resilience is a dynamic, idiosyncratic process. These findings highlight the necessity of integrating family psychoeducation and continuous psychological accompaniment into standard holistic care to effectively mitigate diabetes distress and foster resilience.