Journal of Educational, Health and Community Psychology
Journal of Educational, Health, and Community Psychology (JEHCP) published an article, and empirical study that have originality, novelty and fill the gap of knowledge, that focused on educational psychology, health psychology and community psychology. JEHCP is an open access peer reviewed, multidisciplinary journal that publishes quality studies related to psychology. JEHCP is interdisciplinary in approach, and includes to reports of qualitative case studies, quantitative experiments and surveys, mixed method studies, action researches, meta-analyses, and discussions of conceptual and methodological issues. The field of educational psychology includes the effectiveness of educational interventions, the psychology of teaching, and the social psychology of schools as organizations, motor skills and other psycho-physiological processes; cognitive development involving areas such as problem solving, language acquisition; social, personality, and emotional development; self-concept and identity formation. The field of Health Psychology includes the stress-related ilnesses, the health coping strategy, resiliency, work on health attitudes and behaviour, health locus of control, quality of life in chronic disease, influence of emotion on health and health-related behaviours, psychological interventions in health and disease as well as psychological aspects of prevention. The field of Community Psychology includes research, evaluation, assessment and intervention, and review articles that deal with human behavior in community settings. Articles of interest include descriptions and evaluations of service programs and projects, studies of youth, parenting, and family development, methodology and design for work in the community, the interaction of groups in the larger community, and criminals and corrections.
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<![CDATA[Understanding Premarital Sexual Behavior: A Qualitative Case Study among Male and Female College Students ]]>
<![CDATA[Luthfiyah, Anis]]>;
<![CDATA[Hayati, Elli Nur]]>
<![CDATA[ Journal of Educational, Health and Community Psychology Vol 14 No 2 June 2025 ]]>
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DOI: 10.12928/jehcp.vi.30677
<![CDATA[Young individuals frequently engage in intimate relationships, specifically premarital sex, which is categorized as unsafe sexual behavior. Numerous studies have highlighted the premarital sexual behavior of females, who face greater risks compared to their male counterparts. Understanding how gender differences influence this behavior is crucial for developing targeted strategies to mitigate the potential negative consequences among young people. A qualitative case study was conducted to examine the premarital sexual behavior of students in Province X and to identify the factors influencing it. Six participants—three male and three female students—were selected through purposive snowball sampling. After providing consent for private interviews, qualitative in-depth discussions were carried out. The results from thematic analysis revealed eleven key themes related to their premarital sexual behavior and six themes associated with influencing factors. Males reported engaging in their first sexual intercourse at an earlier age during adolescence, while females tended to do so slightly later, in early adulthood. Notably, males expressed feelings of guilty pleasure regarding their premarital sexual activities, whereas females shared unpleasant experiences stemming from a lack of assertiveness in declining sexual advances from their partners. They also reported facing judgmental attitudes from healthcare workers during medical checkups. Similarities found included having multiple sexual partners, neglecting reproductive health, and feeling a disconnection from their religious beliefs. The implications of the study are discussed further.]]>
<![CDATA[Passive Leadership and Cyberloafing: The Dual Mediating Roles of Negative Emotions and Interactional Justice among Indonesian Millennial Workers ]]>
<![CDATA[Febriana, Silvia Kristanti Tri]]>;
<![CDATA[Al Banna, M. Biya Rasyid]]>
<![CDATA[ Journal of Educational, Health and Community Psychology Vol 14 No 2 June 2025 ]]>
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DOI: 10.12928/jehcp.vi.30755
<![CDATA[Millennials, known for being “always connected,” use the internet extensively for information but are also at risk of cyberloafing. This study, based on the transactional theory of stress and coping (Lazarus & Folkman, 1987), examined the impact of passive leadership on cyberloafing through the mediating roles of interactional justice and negative emotions among Indonesian millennial workers. This cross-sectional research employed purposive sampling to collect data from 634 workers aged 26 to 42 years. Measurements included the Cyberloafing Scale, the Justice Scale, the Job-Related Affective Well-Being Scale, and the Multifactor Leadership Scale. The findings revealed that negative emotions significantly and partially mediated the effect of passive leadership on cyberloafing (t = 9.014, p = 0.000). However, interactional justice did not significantly mediate this relationship (t = 0.021, p = 0.983), although passive leadership influenced perceptions of interactional justice. These findings suggest implications for leadership development and workplace well-being initiatives. Organizations may benefit from fostering proactive leadership styles, enhancing transparent communication, and creating psychologically supportive environments. Moreover, interventions aimed at improving employees’ emotional regulation and coping strategies could be valuable in mitigating the negative effects of passive leadership on work behavior.]]>
<![CDATA[The Impact of Job Demands and Spirituality on Employee Engagement: Evidence from Christian Lecturers in Indonesia ]]>
<![CDATA[Brahmana, Karina Meriem Beru]]>;
<![CDATA[Pasaribu, Ronald Panaehan]]>;
<![CDATA[Rosito, Asina Christina]]>;
<![CDATA[Sinaga, Arnanda Parozi]]>;
<![CDATA[Zai, Ribka Rahayu]]>
<![CDATA[ Journal of Educational, Health and Community Psychology Vol 14 No 2 June 2025 ]]>
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DOI: 10.12928/jehcp.vi.30767
<![CDATA[This study investigated the influence of job demands and spirituality on employee engagement, focusing on Christian lecturers in Indonesia. The research is both timely and significant, as it offers a fresh perspective on the typically negative association between job demands and employee engagement. Contrary to conventional assumptions, the findings reveal that job demands can, in fact, enhance work engagement among Christian lecturers, particularly when accompanied by a strong sense of spirituality. Employing a quantitative correlational design, data were collected from 200 lecturers selected through purposive sampling. Employee engagement was measured using the Utrecht Work Engagement Scale, while job demands and spirituality were assessed using established and validated instruments. Data analysis was conducted using Structural Equation Modeling with Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS). The results demonstrated that job demands had a positive effect on employee engagement, indicating that greater work demands were linked to higher levels of engagement. This finding offers a novel contribution, as it deviates from much of the prior literature. In alignment with the Job Demands-Resources (JD-R) model, the study suggests that under certain conditions, job demands can be reinterpreted as challenges that stimulate motivation and foster engagement, particularly when supported by sufficient job resources. Furthermore, spirituality emerged as a significant predictor of employee engagement, underscoring the importance of meaning and purpose in strengthening lecturers’ dedication to their work. Overall, these findings affirm the JD-R model and highlight the need to balance job demands with both organizational and personal resources, including spiritual well-being. Future studies are encouraged to explore these dynamics across different religious contexts and consider other external factors influencing employee engagement.]]>
<![CDATA[Psychoeducational Therapy as a Nursing Intervention in Preparing Families and Adolescents Inmates toward Release ]]>
<![CDATA[wilma, Wilma]]>;
<![CDATA[Syarif, Iqwan]]>;
<![CDATA[Rahmawati]]>;
<![CDATA[Krisna Murti, Kafita]]>
<![CDATA[ Journal of Educational, Health and Community Psychology Vol 14 No 2 June 2025 ]]>
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DOI: 10.12928/jehcp.vi.30777
<![CDATA[Families face several psychosocial problems that affect their ability to plan and care for adolescent inmates. This research to determine the effect of family psychoeducational therapy on the ability of families to care for adolescent inmates and satisfaction with nursing services. The quasi-experimental pre-post test was used with a control group, in July-September 2024. The intervention group received five sessions of therapy, and the control group received general nursing services. The sampling technique was random permutation. Data measurement using an instrument observation and evaluation psychoeducational therapy and analyzed using Statistical Product and Service Solutions. Family satisfaction before and after intervention showed a significant increase (p-value 0.001) and the control group showed an insignificant increase. The family's ability before and after intervention significantly increased (p-value 0.001) and control group showed an insignificant increase. Comprehensive nursing practice in preparing families of adolescent inmates will contribute to preventing recidivism.]]>
<![CDATA[When Darkness Meets Pressure: The Impact of Dark Triad Personality Traits on Work Stress among Employees in Indonesia's Collectivistic Cultures ]]>
<![CDATA[Hasana, Yuniar]]>;
<![CDATA[Nuzulia, Siti]]>
<![CDATA[ Journal of Educational, Health and Community Psychology Vol 14 No 2 June 2025 ]]>
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DOI: 10.12928/jehcp.vi.30814
<![CDATA[Work stress is a prevalent issue across organizational settings, yet its relationship with dark personality traits remains underexplored in collectivistic culture contexts. This study investigates the impact of narcissism, Machiavellianism, and psychopathy on work-related stress among employees in Indonesia. This study employed a quantitative methodology and a cross-sectional design, with 255 employees in Indonesia selected via quota sampling. Data analysis was conducted using the General Linear Model (GLM). The findings indicate that psychopathy positively affects work stress, while Machiavellianism negatively impacts work stress. Narcissism does not have a significant effect on work stress. Marital status influences stress levels, with unmarried employees showing greater vulnerability to stress than those who are married. These results suggest that both Dark Triad personality traits and certain demographic factors contribute to variations in work stress. The study highlights the importance of considering personality and demographic characteristics in recruitment and employee support initiatives. Tailoring stress management strategies to individual profiles may enhance employee well-being and promote greater organizational effectiveness.]]>
<![CDATA[Adolescent-Mother Communication, Self-Control and Internet Use as Predictors of Psychological Well-Being among Indonesian Adolescents ]]>
<![CDATA[Pramesti, Yustia]]>;
<![CDATA[Yuliaty, Lilik Noor]]>;
<![CDATA[Riany, Yulina Eva]]>
<![CDATA[ Journal of Educational, Health and Community Psychology Vol 14 No 2 June 2025 ]]>
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DOI: 10.12928/jehcp.vi.30817
<![CDATA[Previous studies have found that problematic internet use (PIU) among teenagers may lead to anxiety, fear of missing out (FOMO), and social withdrawal, all of which can negatively impact their psychological well-being. However, limited research has explored the combined role of adolescent–mother communication and self-control as protective factors in this relationship, particularly in the Indonesian adolescent population. This study aims to examine the influence of adolescent–mother communication, self-control, and PIU on the psychological well-being of adolescents. The research was conducted in South Tangerang City using a random sampling technique, involving 321 junior and senior high school students. Participants were adolescents aged 13–18 years who lived with their biological parents and reported using the internet for more than six hours per day. The instruments used included the Parent–Adolescent Communication Scale by Barnes and Olson, the Brief Self-Control Scale by Tangney, the Problematic Internet Use Scale by Boubeta et al., and the Short Version of the Psychological Well-Being Scale by Ryff. Data were analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) with SmartPLS version 3.0. The findings revealed the following: (1) Adolescent–mother communication in the "openness" dimension had a direct, significant, negative effect on problematic internet use. (2) Communication in the "problems" dimension did not have a direct effect on PIU but had an indirect effect mediated by self-control. (3) Problematic internet use had a direct, significant, negative impact on adolescents’ psychological well-being. These results underscore the crucial role of adolescent–mother communication and self-control in mitigating the negative impact of problematic internet use on adolescent psychological well-being.]]>
<![CDATA[Development of the A-Grit Scale: Measuring Persistence in The Academic Context ]]>
<![CDATA[Gunawan, Dyah Ayu Kusumawardani]]>;
<![CDATA[Sin, Gabrielle Sinata]]>;
<![CDATA[Gunawan, Dyah Ayu Permatasari]]>;
<![CDATA[Gunawan, Goey Adi Widjaja]]>
<![CDATA[ Journal of Educational, Health and Community Psychology Vol 14 No 2 June 2025 ]]>
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DOI: 10.12928/jehcp.vi.30823
<![CDATA[The intense academic competition and increasing learning demands in Indonesia highlight the need for a culturally and educationally appropriate measure of academic perseverance, or academic grit. This study aims to develop and validate A-GRIT, an instrument designed to assess Indonesian students’ academic grit through three key dimensions: Passion, Self-Control, and Growth Mindset. A total of 395 students aged 12 to 22 participated in the study, recruited through accidental sampling. Both exploratory factor analysis (EFA) and confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) supported the three-factor structure of A-GRIT, with a KMO value of 0.833 and acceptable goodness-of-fit indices (RMSEA < 0.05, CFI > 0.90, GFI > 0.95). Reliability testing yielded a Cronbach’s alpha of 0.821, indicating high internal consistency. These findings support A-GRIT as a valid and reliable instrument for assessing academic grit among Indonesian students and provide valuable insights for educational interventions aimed at enhancing student perseverance and academic achievement.]]>
<![CDATA[The Impact of Goal-Setting Training on Enhancing Self-Efficacy in the Dayak Entrepreneurial Community ]]>
<![CDATA[Sulistyani, Nuraida Wahyu]]>;
<![CDATA[Ramadhan, Yoga Achmad]]>
<![CDATA[ Journal of Educational, Health and Community Psychology Vol 14 No 2 June 2025 ]]>
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DOI: 10.12928/jehcp.vi.30825
<![CDATA[ Entrepreneurship is a vital component of economic development, especially within ethnic communities that possess distinct cultural and social strengths. A significant challenge facing the entrepreneurial community of the Dayak tribe in Kalimantan is low self-efficacy, which refers to individuals' confidence in their ability to confront challenges and accomplish goals. This lack of confidence creates barriers to business development. This study aims to examine the impact of goal-setting training on improving the self-efficacy of Dayak entrepreneurs. The subjects of this study were 40 Dayak entrepreneurs, divided into 20 subjects in the experimental group and 20 in the control group. Data were collected using a self-efficacy scale developed by Sulistyani et al. (2022), interviews, focus group discussions, and observations. The research design employed was a pre-post control group design. The analysis was conducted using both quantitative and qualitative methods. Quantitative analysis utilized Repeated Measures ANOVA to assess self-efficacy levels among Dayak entrepreneurs following the goal-setting training. Qualitative analysis was based on observations, interviews, focus group discussions, and worksheets. The findings indicated an increase in self-efficacy scores across pre-test, post-test, and follow-up measurements, with a Mean Square value of 487.675, F = 37.205, and p = 0.000 (p < 0.05). This demonstrates an interaction between measurements (pre-test, post-test, and follow-up) and groups (experimental and control). The interaction highlights a significantly different increase in scores across the measurements between the two groups. The conclusion of this study is that goal-setting training can enhance the self-efficacy of Dayak entrepreneurs. These findings contribute significantly to the development of more effective training strategies for the Dayak community and provide a foundation for implementing goal-setting-based training programs in other ethnic communities facing similar challenges.]]>
<![CDATA[The Construction of Santri's Self-Control and Religiosity: The Role of Parents, Kiai, and Peers ]]>
<![CDATA[Maulana Achsan Al Farisi]]>;
<![CDATA[Riany, Yulina Eva]]>;
<![CDATA[Yuliati, Lilik Noor]]>
<![CDATA[ Journal of Educational, Health and Community Psychology Vol 14 No 2 June 2025 ]]>
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DOI: 10.12928/jehcp.vi.30851
<![CDATA[The dynamics of life in Islamic boarding schools (pesantren), particularly concerning self-control and religiosity, are increasingly relevant amid evolving educational and social contexts. As santri (students) navigate a blend of religious discipline and modern influences, understanding the factors that shape their character becomes essential. This study investigates the roles of parental interaction, kiai (religious leader) communication, and peer attachment in influencing santri’s self-control and religiosity. Using a quantitative approach, data were collected from diploma- to bachelor-level santri aged 18–23 through Cluster Random Sampling and Purposive Sampling techniques. A total of 24 indicators were employed across validated instruments: Adolescent-Reported Parenting Items (α = 0.85), Interpersonal Communication Motives (α = 0.92), Inventory of Parent and Peer Attachment (α = 0.81), Self-Control Scale (α = 0.85), and the Religiosity Among Muslims scale (α = 0.98). Results show that strong parental interaction significantly enhances both self-control and religiosity, highlighting the critical role of family involvement in santri character formation. Communication with kiai also positively affects religiosity, reinforcing the value of spiritual guidance. These findings offer important implications for educators, parents, and pesantren leaders in developing strategies to support santri character development amidst shifting social landscapes.]]>
<![CDATA[The Role of Self-Acceptance and Self-Confidence in Quarter-Life Crisis Among Early Adulthood in Medan ]]>
<![CDATA[Aritonang, Nancy Naomi Gabe Parsaulian]]>;
<![CDATA[Simarmata, Nenny Ika Putri]]>;
<![CDATA[Simalango, Yohana Stefani]]>;
<![CDATA[Siregar, Theresia Naftalia]]>;
<![CDATA[Primus, Lewi]]>
<![CDATA[ Journal of Educational, Health and Community Psychology Vol 14 No 2 June 2025 ]]>
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DOI: 10.12928/jehcp.vi.30856
<![CDATA[The transition from adolescence to early adulthood involves various emotional and social challenges. This study examined the relationship between self-acceptance and self-confidence with quarter-life crisis among early adults in Medan. Using a quantitative design and purposive sampling, data were collected from 369 individuals aged 20–40 years through Likert-type psychological scales. Data analysis using multiple linear regression showed that both self-acceptance and self-confidence significantly correlated with quarter-life crisis (p < 0.05), with an R² value of 0.336. This indicates that the two variables explain 33.6% of the variance in quarter-life crisis. Higher self-acceptance and self-confidence were associated with lower levels of quarter-life crisis. The novelty of this study lies in its focus on internal psychological factors in an Indonesian urban context. These findings underscore the importance of psychological support programs in enhancing self-perception and resilience among young adults.]]>
