Unveiling Gender Differences in Adolescent Coping: Insights from High School Students in Jakarta

Charli Sitinjak and Ellya Rakhmawati and Ummu, Hany Almasitoh and Anna Febrianty S. (2024) Unveiling Gender Differences in Adolescent Coping: Insights from High School Students in Jakarta. Indigenous: Jurnal Ilmiah Psikologi, 9 (2). pp. 107-120. ISSN 0854-2880

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Abstract

Adolescence is a crucial developmental stage characterized by various challanges that require effective coping techniques. This study examines gender differences in adolescent girls' and boys' cognitive- emotional coping methods. Conducted on 130 high school students in Jakarta, Indonesia, the research utilized the Cognitive Emotion Regulation Questionnaire (CERQ) and SPSS 20 for analysis.The findings reveal significant gender-specific differences in coping strategies. Female students predominantly employ maladaptive coping strategies, scoring higher in Catastrophizing (Mean = 14.2, SD = 3.1) and Rumination (Mean = 15.6, SD = 3.5) compared to their male counterparts (Catastrophizing: Mean = 12.3, SD = 3.4; Rumination: Mean = 13.2, SD = 3.2). In Contrast, male students exhibita more balanced use of adaptive and maladaptive strategies, with higher scores in strategies like Positive Reappraisal (Mean = 16.4, SD = 3.2) compared to females (Mean = 14.8, SD = 3.0). These gender- specific differences highlight the need for tailored interventions and educational programs that address the unique coping needs of each gender. Furthermore, this study contributes novel insights into the cognitive-emotional coping landscape within Southeast Asia, a region with limited existing research. By understanding these gender-specific coping strategies, educators, parents, and mental health professionals can better support adolescents in developing healthier coping mechanisms, ultimately enhancing their psychological resilience and well-being. This research lays the groundwork for future studies and practical applications aimed at improving adolescent mental health through targeted coping strategy interventions. Keywords: Adolescence; coping strategies; gender difference; maladaptive coping; cognitive-emotional coping.

Item Type:	Article
Subjects:	B Philosophy. Psychology. Religion > BF Psychology
Divisions:	Fakultas Psikologi > Psikologi
Depositing User:	Unwidha Perpustakaan Unwidha
Date Deposited:	23 Jan 2025 04:25
Last Modified:	23 Jan 2025 04:25
URI:	http://repository.unwidha.com:880/id/eprint/4118

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