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Developmental and Clinical Psychology
Published by Universitas Negeri Semarang
ISSN : 22526358     EISSN : -     DOI : https://doi.org/10.15294/dcp
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The Journal of Developmental and Clinical Psychology (DCP) is a serves as a dedicated platform for the dissemination of cutting-edge research in the diverse and evolving fields of psychology and mental health, with a particular emphasis on individual development, well-being, and socio-cultural influences within the Southeast Asian context and beyond. The journal also welcomes systematic reviews and meta-analyses. The journal publishes two (2) edition every year and has been accredited on the Grade (SINTA 5) by the Ministry of Research and Technology, Republic of Indonesia.
Arjuna Subject : Psikologi - Psikologi Klinis
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Dynamics of Resilience Formation in Single Parents Who Have Child with Special Needs Antari, Ni Wayan Novi; Susilawati, Luh Kadek Pande Ary
Developmental and Clinical Psychology Vol. 6 No. 1 (2025): June 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/dcp.v6i1.31968

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Single parents with children with special needs face complex challenges that create social and psychological burdens, impacting their physical health and parenting styles. However, the resilience development process among single parents with children with special needs is not yet fully understood. This study aims to explore the dynamics of resilience development in single parents with children with special needs, enabling them to navigate these challenges. The method used was a literature review of various studies related to the process of resilience development in single parents. The results indicate four phases in resilience development: the surrender phase, the survival phase, the recovery phase, and the thriving phase. In the surrender phase, parents feel overwhelmed by the situation they are facing. The survival phase is characterized by efforts to meet their child's and their own basic needs despite limitations. In the recovery phase, parents begin to accept their child's condition and develop more adaptive parenting strategies. The thriving phase demonstrates the ability of parents to find meaning, enhance their capacity, and support optimal child development. This study emphasizes the importance of resilience development in single parents with children with special needs to prevent psychological problems and improve family well-being. The implication of these findings is the need for psychosocial support and empowerment of single parents in community-based intervention programs to strengthen their resilience in facing various parenting challenges.
Reducing Adolescent Communication Apprehension Using Systematic Desensitization: An Exposure-Based Single-Subject Design Kuswardani, Hasna’ Pratiwi; Wijayanti, Wismar Rizki
Developmental and Clinical Psychology Vol. 6 No. 1 (2025): June 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/dcp.v6i1.31971

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This study aims to reduce communication apprehension in adolescents through a systematic desensitization approach using an exposure-based single-subject design. Communication apprehension, characterized by persistent anxiety in various social situations, can hinder adolescents’ adaptive functioning both academically and socially. The subject of this study was a female adolescent who reported a high level of communication apprehension and was selected using purposive sampling. The intervention was conducted over six sessions, including assessment feedback, relaxation training, construction of an anxiety hierarchy, and gradual exposure to communication apprehension-inducing situations in a controlled setting. Data were collected through behavioral observations and self-reported communication apprehension scales using an AB framework, which consists of two primary phases: Baseline and intervention, followed by a follow-up phase conducted 1.5 months after the intervention. Descriptive analysis indicated a potential reduction in the subject’s communication apprehension following the intervention. A Substantial reduction in communication apprehension was observed, as reflected in the subject’s PRCA score, which decreased from 102 (high apprehension) at baseline to 65 (moderate apprehension) after intervention. The findings indicate that systematic desensitization can be an potential, structured, and low-risk approach for psychologist and mental health practitioners in supporting adolescents experiencing communication apprehension.
Social Comparison and Quarter-Life Crisis in Generation Z: A Study of Instagram Users Maharani, Pande Ketut Gita Kusuma; Merida, Sarita Candra
Developmental and Clinical Psychology Vol. 6 No. 1 (2025): June 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/dcp.v6i1.31974

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Generation Z was born and grew up during rapid technological development. Instagram, one of the social media platforms often used by Generation Z, provides an opportunity for social comparison, which can contribute to triggering and worsening quarter-life crises. This study aims to determine the relationship between social comparison and quarter-life crisis in Generation Z active Instagram users in Bekasi City. This research uses a quantitative approach with a correlational study method. The sample comprised 164 respondents aged 20-28 years who were selected using a purposive sampling technique. The research instruments included the INCOM scale, used to measure social comparison and a modified Quarter-Life Crisis scale. The results of data analysis using the Pearson product-moment correlation test showed a significant positive correlation between social comparison and quarter-life crisis (r = 0.757; p < 0.05). The results indicate that the higher the tendency of individuals to do social comparison, the higher the level of quarter-life crisis experienced. This finding reinforces the role of social media, especially Instagram, in triggering and exacerbating the quarter-life crisis in Generation Z through social comparison. Consequently, Generation Z must focus on their goals and improve their time management skills when using Instagram.
Exploring The Link Between Gratitude and Negative Emotions in Female Islamic Boarding Students Al Karim, Chamilul Hikam; Suparno, Suparno; Hyoscyamina, Darorsy Endah; Listiara, Anita; Widodo, Prasetyo Budi
Developmental and Clinical Psychology Vol. 6 No. 1 (2025): June 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/dcp.v6i1.31975

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This study explores the relationship between gratitude and negative emotions among female students in an Islamic boarding school (pesantren) in Tegal Regency, Indonesia. A total of 219 students aged 12–21 years participated in this study. Data were collected using validated scales to assess gratitude as well as symptoms of stress, anxiety, and depression. The results showed that gratitude was negatively correlated with stress (r = –0.236), anxiety (r = – 0.202), and depression (r = –0.339), indicating that higher levels of gratitude tend to be associated with lower levels of these negative emotional states. Descriptively, over half of the participants (57.53%) reported high levels of gratitude. Most students experienced normal levels of stress and depression, but a notable proportion (31.51%) experienced extremely severe anxiety. These findings underscore the relevance of gratitude in supporting emotional well-being, while also pointing to the urgent need for interventions targeting anxiety among students.
Mindful Parenting and Depression in Working Mothers Kurnianda, Muhammad; Rinaldi, Martaria Rizky
Developmental and Clinical Psychology Vol. 6 No. 1 (2025): June 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/dcp.v6i1.31977

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Depression is a significant mental health issue among working mothers, which can negatively impact their quality of life and family well-being. One potential approach to mitigating the risk of depression is mindful parenting, which involves paying full attention and awareness to the present moment in interactions with children. This research investigates the association between the practice of mindful parenting and the prevalence of depressive symptoms among employed mothers. This research employs a quantitative correlational approach, involving 100 working mothers selected through convenience sampling. Data were collected using the Mindful Parenting Scale and the Beck Depression Inventory-II (BDI-II), and analyzed using Spearman's correlation test. The results indicate a significant negative relationship between mindful parenting and depression (r = -0,317, p = 0,001). This finding suggests that higher levels of mindful parenting are associated with lower levels of depression in working mothers. Conversely, lower levels of mindful parenting are associated with higher levels of depression. The study's conclusion posits that mindful parenting may act as a buffer, mitigating the risk of depression for working mothers. Based on these findings, it is recommended to develop and implement mindfulness and mindful parenting training programs as part of mental health support for working mothers.
Reducing Adolescent Communication Apprehension Using Systematic Desensitization: An Exposure-Based Single-Subject Design Kuswardani, Hasna Pratiwi; Wijayanti, Wismar Rizki
Developmental and Clinical Psychology Vol. 6 No. 1 (2025): June 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/dcp.v6i1.32179

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This study aims to reduce communication apprehension in adolescents through a systematic desensitization approach using an exposure-based single-subject design. Communication apprehension, characterized by persistent anxiety in various social situations, can hinder adolescents’ adaptive functioning both academically and socially. The subject of this study was a female adolescent who reported a high level of communication apprehension and was selected using purposive sampling. The intervention was conducted over six sessions, including assessment feedback, relaxation training, construction of an anxiety hierarchy, and gradual exposure to communication apprehension-inducing situations in a controlled setting. Data were collected through behavioral observations and self-reported communication apprehension scales using an AB framework, which consists of two primary phases: Baseline and intervention, followed by a follow-up phase conducted 1.5 months after the intervention. Descriptive analysis indicated a potential reduction in the subject’s communication apprehension following the intervention. A Substantial reduction in communication apprehension was observed, as reflected in the subject’s PRCA score, which decreased from 102 (high apprehension) at baseline to 65 (moderate apprehension) after intervention. The findings indicate that systematic desensitization can be an potential, structured, and low-risk approach for psychologist and mental health practitioners in supporting adolescents experiencing communication apprehension.
The Impact of Birth Order on Parental Expectations: A Focus on The Middle Child Perspective Devina Maharani; Tri Hayuning Tyas
Developmental and Clinical Psychology Vol. 6 No. 2 (2025): December 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/dcp.v6i2.26653

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Research on birth order, especially concerning middle children, remains limited, leaving a gap in understanding their unique roles and experiences within family dynamics. This study investigates how parental expectations influence middle children's interpersonal relationships, emotional well-being, decision-making, and future aspirations. Employing a qualitative approach, data were gathered through semi-structured interviews with four participants aged 18 to 21. A descriptive phenomenological method was used for data analysis, involving transcription and identification of key quotations relevant to the research questions. The findings reveal diverse parental expectations and their varying impacts on both parent-child and sibling relationships. Middle children express a range of emotional responses and coping strategies, including avoidance, negotiation, and seeking support from parents. The way parental expectations are communicated is shaped by parenting styles, social background, and the extent to which parents understand their children. Moreover, cultural context significantly influences these family dynamics. This study enhances the understanding of middle children's distinct experiences and emphasizes the need to consider birth order and cultural factors when examining parental expectations and family relationships. By shedding light on how expectations are perceived and managed by middle children, the research provides valuable insights for families, educators, and mental health practitioners aiming to support balanced family development.
Exploring the Role of Belongingness in Shaping Social and Personal Relationships Zhepei Xuan; Monica Carr
Developmental and Clinical Psychology Vol. 6 No. 2 (2025): December 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/dcp.v6i2.27314

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Belongingness, as a core psychological need, significantly influences an individual’s emotional well-being and social/ personal relationship satisfaction. This need holds substantial importance in interpersonal relationships and social dynamics, rooted in Maslow’s hierarchy of needs and Leary’s belongingness hypothesis (Baumeister & Leary, 1995; Maslow, 1943). This study employs a quantitative research approach using survey methodology to examine the links between belongingness, social and personal support, and self‑esteem. The primary objective is to provide empirical data that enhances psychological models of belongingness, ultimately guiding future interventions to foster inclusivity and support within social and interpersonal relationships. Given the existing gap in quantitative research on belongingness, this study contributes valuable empirical insights into the field. In light of increasing social isolation and weakened interpersonal connections in recent years, understanding how belongingness influences individual well-being is both timely and relevant. By investigating the impact of belongingness, this study aims to offer a data-driven perspective to social psychology.
The Role of Perceived Authoritative Parenting Style towards The Resilience of Young Adults in Indonesia Christy Clarissa Wibisono; Aliyaturrahmah Supriyadi
Developmental and Clinical Psychology Vol. 6 No. 2 (2025): December 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/dcp.v6i2.27322

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Resilience, a protective factor against the increasing risk of young adults’ mental health, is found to be decreasing in Indonesia. On the other hand, parenting styles are found to be one of the factors influencing resilience. As the most effective parenting style for children’s development, this study examines the role of perceived authoritative parenting style towards the resilience of young adults in Indonesia. This research was done with 171 young adults between 18 to 25 years old in Indonesia who filled out the self-report instruments for this study: the Resiliency Scale for Young Adults (RSYA), and the Parenting Style Circumplex Inventory (PSCI). With simple linear regression analysis, the results indicated that the father’s perceived authoritative parenting style significantly predicts resilience (F (1, 169) = 30.2, p < .001), by having a positive and significant relationship with it. Mother’s perceived authoritative parenting is also found to predict resilience (F (1, 169) = 27.4, p < .001), with a positive and significant relationship. The presence of behavioral control, warmth, and support, including autonomy-granting that authoritative parents implement, potentially contribute to the increase of children’s resilience, which is advised to be implemented by parents. Additionally, this research is expected to provide new references for future research regarding this topic.
The Role of Parental Social Support on Adolescent Boys' Emotional Intelligence Refitha Rachmadanisya; Nandy Agustin Syakarofath
Developmental and Clinical Psychology Vol. 6 No. 2 (2025): December 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/dcp.v6i2.28394

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Emotional intelligence has an important role. High emotional intelligence can help in overcoming stress, reducing anxiety and depression, and increasing adolescents' motivation to achieve goals. One of the factors that can affect the level of emotional intelligence is external factors, one of which is parents. This study investigated parental social support's role in adolescent boys' emotional intelligence. This study uses a quantitative method. The sample of this study was taken using accidental sampling and purposive sampling techniques, involving 126 adolescent boys aged 14 – 18 years. Then, the researchers used the Parental Social Support scale and the Wong & Law Emotional Intelligence Scale (WLEIS). Furthermore, a simple linear regression analysis technique was chosen to test the hypothesis in this study. The findings of this study show that parental social support has a positive role that contributes 4.4% (R2 = 0.044) to the variation in emotional intelligence. The higher the parental social support that adolescent boys have, the higher the emotional intelligence score that adolescent boys have.

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