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To determine the effectiveness of using digital communication platforms on social relations among adolescents at SMK Negeri 2 Binjai is the aim of this study. Simple linear regression analysis is the method used. Simple linear regression analysis was conducted after the classical acceptance test. This is to first ensure that the model does not have problems with normality, multicollinearity, and heteroscedasticity. 30 young people from SMK Negeri 2 Binjai as the population in this study. Based on the results above, we can see that the coefficient of determination (R2) value is 0.60 or 60%. Therefore, this value means that the variables in the use of digital communication platforms have a 60% impact on social relationships, and the remaining 40% of other variables not discussed in this study are affected. To get meaning and satisfaction from digital communication, we can approach this means of interaction with intention and authenticity. Text messages are edited many times and sent to several friends to be edited before finally being sent to the recipient do not always fully represent our true feelings.

Seventeen is a crucial age in adolescent development, marked by various psychological, social, and cognitive changes. According to Erikson, adolescents at this stage face the psychosocial crisis of “identity versus role confusion,“where they begin to form a sense of self. Piaget explains that they enter the formal operational stage, where abstract and logical thinking emerge. Monks et al. further emphasize that adolescent development is strongly influenced by social interactions with family, peers, and the school environment. This study aims to explore the  psychological  development  dynamics  of  17-year-old  adolescents  and the    influencing factors such as family environment, academic pressure, and social relationships. The research uses a qualitative case study method involving one twelfth-grade high school students. The findings reveal that adolescents at this age begin to show a more stable identity, greater independence, and reflective thinking abilities. However, some also experience anxiety, identity conflicts, and social pressure. These findings highlight the importance of emotional support from both families and schools in guiding adolescents through this transitional stage in a healthy and adaptive way.

Perilaku Hidup Bersih dan Sehat (PHBS) adalah serangkaian tindakan yang diambil untuk menjaga dan meningkatkan kesehatan individu dan masyarakat. Di kalangan remaja, perilaku ini menjadi sangat penting mengingat masa remaja merupakan periode transisi di mana kebiasaan hidup sehat dapat terbentuk dan akan berpengaruh terhadapi kesehatan mereka di masa depan. Sekolah Menengah Atas (SMA) atau Madrasah Aliyah (MA) merupakan salah satu tempat yang sangat strategis untuk memberikan edukasi dan sosialisasi tentang perilaku hidup bersih dan sehat (PHBS) di sekolah.  Lingkungan sosial yang terdiri dari remaja dengan berbagai kebiasaan, pengaruh teman sebaya, dan keterbatasan pengetahuan tentang pentingnya kesehatan memerlukan adanya perhatian khusus agar terhindar dari berbagai masalah khususnya masalah kesehatan. .Metode yang digunakan adalah pengabdian masyarakat dengan tahapan sosialisasi dan  edukasi terkait pentingnya perilaku hidup bersih dan sehat. Hasil pengabdian ini menunjukkan peningkatan signifikan dalam pengetahuan dan sikap siswa terhadap pentingnya perilaku hidup bersih dan sehat. Program ini diharapkan dapat menjadi model pengabdian masyarakat yang berkelanjutan untuk menjaga kesehatan siswa melalui pentingnya penerapan perilaku hidup bersih dan sehat di sekolah. Siswa diharapkan bisa konsisten dalam menerapkan perilaku hidup bersih dan sehat untuk mendukung terwujudnya derajat kesehatan masyarakat yang optimal serta  terhidar dari resiko masalah kesehatan.

The purpose of this study was to determine the impact of smartphone use on politeness norms among adolescents in Teluk Lerong Ulu Village and the polite behavior of adolescents who use smartphones in Teluk Lerong Ulu Village. The study was conducted in Teluk Lerong Ulu Village, precisely on Banggeris Street, with the subjects of the study being several adolescents and also the community through the stages of observation, interviews, and documentation using qualitative descriptive research.  The results of the study indicate that the use of smartphones has a positive impact as an effective means of obtaining information about politeness, facilitating communication, and increasing ethical awareness on social media. However, excessive use of smartphones also has a negative impact on adolescents, such as decreasing the ability of adolescents to interact directly, ignoring the presence of people around them, and increasing the use of coarse and impolite language in digital communication. The polite behavior of adolescents who use smartphones in Teluk Lerong Ulu Village includes politeness in attitude, behavior and speech.These three aspects complement each other so as to create harmonious sosial interactions, build adolescent personalities so that they are able to position themselves appropriately in everyday life.

Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever (DHF) is one of the endemic diseases that is still a public health challenge in Indonesia. Although the government has launched various programs, such as 3M Plus and fogging, the number of DHF cases still shows significant variations each year. This study aims to evaluate the community's contribution to controlling DHF by emphasizing the extent to which awareness is applied in real action. The method used is a literature study of 30 scientific articles on DHF published between 2015 and 2024. The results of the analysis show that although adolescents' knowledge of DHF is quite good, the implementation of preventive measures such as cleaning the environment, draining water reservoirs, and eradicating mosquito nests has not been carried out consistently. Several inhibiting factors include low community participation, lack of environmental supervision, and limited support from local governments. Therefore, a more comprehensive approach is needed, including ongoing education, strengthening the role of health cadres, and community-based supervision to increase the effectiveness of DHF control efforts.

Early marriage in Indonesia is a significant reproductive health issue, particularly for adolescent girls. This study aims to explore the impact of early marriage on reproductive health and the contributing factors. Early marriage, defined as marriage before the age of 19, can lead to various health problems, including a high risk of pregnancy complications and mental health issues. Data indicates that Indonesia has a high rate of early marriage, with the highest prevalence in several provinces. The method used is a literature review analyzing 30 relevant scientific journals from 2015 to 2025. The findings indicate that early marriage is associated with an increased risk of pregnancy complications, disturbed mental health, and low knowledge about reproductive health among adolescent girls. Further efforts are needed in reproductive health education and policies to prevent early marriage.

Unwanted pregnancy (UP) among adolescents is a reproductive health problem that affects physical, psychological, social, and economic aspects. Adolescents often lack knowledge about pregnancy and reproductive health. Therefore, effective educational methods, such as video media, are needed to increase adolescent girls’ understanding of UP. This study used a quantitative pretest-posttest design without a control group. Forty-eight ninth-grade students at SMPN 1 Sliyeg were the respondents. Data was collected using a questionnaire before and after intervention using educational video. Data were analyzed using Wilcoxon test to see the difference in knowledge levels. The pretest results showed that 66.7% of respondents had poor knowledge, and none had good knowledge. After the intervention, all respondents (100%) had good knowledge. The Wilcoxon test showed a p-value of 0.000 (<0.05), indicating a significant difference. Therefore, educational video is effective in increasing knowledge of adolescent girls regarding unwanted pregnancy.

The rapid growth of science and technology in the contemporary era has had a considerable impact on social life, especially among adolescents. Adolescents typically encounter difficulty in controlling their emotions and desires, which can lead to deviant behavior or juvenile delinquency. This study intends to evaluate techniques for reducing juvenile delinquency through the function of the family as the first and foremost social unit in an individual's life. Using a descriptive qualitative approach, this study explores numerous literature and related previous study results. The results of the study reveal that open communication, giving affection, establishing moral and religious beliefs, and regular supervision from parents have an essential role in preventing aberrant conduct in teenagers. In addition, significant family involvement in adolescent life might enhance adolescent resilience to harmful environmental impacts. From these findings, it is recommended that families improve the quality of interactions with adolescents and work together with educational institutions and the community in establishing an environment that fosters positive adolescent development.

This study examines the construction of adolescent identity in Falistiyana's novel Argantara through a sociological literary approach. Adolescent identity is the result of a process of searching for identity that takes place during the transition to adulthood and is greatly influenced by social factors, such as family, school, peers, and community norms. The Argantara novel depicts the complexity of adolescent life through its characters who experience social pressure in various forms, ranging from family expectations, social competition in the school environment, to stigma against differences in social background. This study found that social pressure is a significant factor in shaping and often limiting the expression of adolescent identity. However, the characters in the novel also show various resistance strategies, such as symbolic rebellion, selective adaptation, and the search for meaning through emotional relationships. Using Erikson's identity theory and Pierre Bourdieu's habitus concept, this study concludes that adolescent identity in Argantara is formed through the dialectic between social structure and individual agency. Literature, in this context, not only reflects the social reality of adolescents, but also becomes a medium to criticize the social pressures faced by the younger generation.

This study reviews the phenomenon of juvenile delinquency and crime in the context of brawl cases in Bekasi. Through a literature review, various factors are examined which are the causes and impacts of teenage brawls in the city. First, social factors such as economic instability, lack of education, and a family environment that is not conducive can trigger juvenile delinquency. Second, environmental factors, including peers and the influence of mass media, also contribute to aggressive adolescent behavior. In addition, psychological factors such as lack of self-control and the need for affiliation also play a role in the formation of criminal behavior. The impact of teenage brawls includes social, economic and psychological losses for individuals and the surrounding community. This study highlights the important role of families, schools and social institutions in preventing and overcoming the phenomenon of juvenile delinquency and brawling crimes in Bekasi. With an in-depth understanding of the factors that influence adolescent behavior, it is hoped that effective intervention strategies can be formulated to reduce cases of brawls and improve the quality of life of adolescents in Bekasi.

Instilling Christian values ​​in adolescents in Indonesia is a strategic effort to form strong character, ethics, and spiritual awareness. In addition to having an impact on individuals, this also creates harmony in a pluralistic society. The family is the first place to build a foundation of faith through teaching, praying together, and being a role model. Parenting patterns greatly influence the growth of adolescent faith. Therefore, Christian families are expected to not only provide material needs, but also attention and love that comes from God to foster adolescent spiritual values. This study aims to determine the form of parenting patterns in instilling Christian values ​​in adolescents aged 13–18 years, as well as the obstacles faced. The method used is qualitative with a naturalistic approach, involving 13 informants. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation. The results of the study showed three parenting patterns, namely democratic, authoritarian, and permissive, with the authoritarian pattern being the most dominant. The obstacles faced by parents include educational factors, a less conducive environment, economy, and parental busyness.

Mental health issues among adolescents have become an increasingly critical concern, particularly regarding the low level of mental health literacy among the younger generation. This study aims to analyze the role of Instagram as a health promotion medium in improving mental health literacy among adolescents aged 15–18 years. A descriptive quantitative method was employed using the Mental Health Literacy Questionnaire (MHLQ), which was distributed online to 70 respondents who met the inclusion criteria. The results indicate a significant positive correlation between the frequency of interaction with mental health promotion content on Instagram and adolescents' mental health literacy levels (ρ = 0.449; p < 0.05). Most respondents demonstrated moderate to high levels of mental health literacy, suggesting that Instagram has the potential to be an effective tool for enhancing adolescents' understanding and awareness of mental health issues. This study provides evidence that social media can serve as a non-formal intervention tool to support efforts in increasing mental health literacy among Indonesian adolescents.

Adolescence is a complex developmental stage marked by identity exploration and intense emotional changes. Teenagers often struggle to express their feelings openly, both to others and to themselves. This difficulty is exacerbated by cultural factors, lack of emotional education, and the stigma surrounding mental health, which prevent adolescents from finding a safe space to express themselves. This study aims to explore the effectiveness of the empty chair technique in building intrapersonal communication and creating a safe space for adolescent self-expression. The research method used is qualitative descriptive through a literature review. The results show that the empty chair technique from Gestalt therapy is effective in helping adolescents express inner conflicts, increase self-awareness, emotional regulation, and self-esteem, particularly among victims of bullying. This technique allows adolescents to engage in symbolic dialogue with parts of themselves in a reflective and therapeutic manner. The implications of this research suggest that the empty chair technique can be a strategic approach in school and community counseling to support the holistic psychosocial development of adolescents.

In the era of modern technology, the use of gadgets among teenagers continues to rise, particularly for accessing social media, which can influence their behavior, including sexual behavior. This study aims to examine the impact of gadget use on adolescent sexual behavior. The research approach is quantitative, using an analytic survey method with a cross-sectional design. The study sample consists of 94 twelfth-grade students selected through total sampling. The variables studied include gadget use as the independent variable and adolescent sexual behavior as the dependent variable, measured using a closed-ended questionnaire. The results indicate that 89 respondents (94.7%) reported high levels of gadget use. Furthermore, 70 respondents (74.5%) exhibited risky sexual behavior. The Chi-Square statistical test with a p-value of 0.004 and an OR of 13.800 shows a significant relationship between gadget use and adolescent sexual behavior. These findings suggest that excessive gadget use can increase the risk of sexual behavior among teenagers. Therefore, this study is expected to help prevent such behavior through stricter supervision, appropriate sex education, and the active role of parents and schools in guiding teenagers to use gadgets safely.

Anxiety is a natural response that individuals may experience in response to situations that are perceived as potentially dangerous or threatening. It can be described as a state of apprehension or worry about the possibility of something undesirable happening. Adolescence is a transitional period filled with physical, emotional, and social changes, making it a stressful time. At this age, adolescents are not only developing physically, but also building their social and emotional identities. This study uses a library research approach, which is a research method carried out through tracing, reviewing, and analyzing relevant scientific literature sources. The results of this study indicate that cognitive therapy has been shown to play an important role in reducing anxiety levels in adolescents. This approach is a form of therapy that focuses on changing the way individuals think to influence their behavior and emotional responses. The purpose of this study was to determine the effectiveness of cognitive therapy in treating anxiety symptoms in adolescents.

Corruption is one of the serious problems that hinders development and public welfare throughout Indonesia, including in the Pamona sub-district area. One of the efforts to prevent corruption is to start early through education and socialization that discusses the values of integrity, honesty and responsibility to all levels of society so that they will be aware of the dangers of anti-corruption and behave anti-corruption from an early age. In fact, corruption has actually occurred from the simplest things to more complex things. The purpose of this study is to increase public understanding of the dangers and impacts of corruption in social life. This study uses a quantitative approach method. The method used is internet searching, a method of collecting data in research conducted by searching for information on the internet through search engines. The results of this study indicate that this activity strengthens the culture of anti-corruption and builds collective awareness to create a clean and integrated village government environment.

The controversy surrounding the use of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) or vapes has become a new trend and is increasingly being used among teenagers. The cases of e-cigarette use are increasing year by year, while there are no clear regulations in Indonesia governing the use of e-cigarettes among teenagers. The aim of this outreach is to increase knowledge about the dangers of electronic cigarettes, thereby reducing their usage among teenagers. The educational method used was health education with a question-and-answer discussion. The respondents who participated in the educational activity were 62 people. Based on the results of the analysis test, there is a significant relationship between the knowledge of adolescents before and after the education.

Corruption is one of the serious problems that hinders development and public welfare throughout Indonesia, including in the Pamona sub-district area. One of the efforts to prevent corruption is to start early through education and socialization that discusses the values of integrity, honesty and responsibility to all levels of society so that they will be aware of the dangers of anti-corruption and behave anti-corruption from an early age. In fact, corruption has actually occurred from the simplest things to more complex things. The purpose of this study is to increase public understanding of the dangers and impacts of corruption in social life. This study uses a quantitative approach method. The method used is internet searching, a method of collecting data in research conducted by searching for information on the internet through search engines. The results of this study indicate that this activity strengthens the culture of anti-corruption and builds collective awareness to create a clean and integrated village government environment.

Mental health issues among adolescents are often not handled properly due to low psychological literacy and strong social stigma. This community service activity aims to provide psychoeducation on the importance of mental health to SMK Taman Harapan students. The methods used include interactive lectures, group discussions, and simple simulations to increase students' awareness and understanding of mental health issues that are common in adolescence. The theme "Talking About Mental Health Doesn't Have to Wait Until You're Crazy First" was chosen to emphasize that discussions about mental health should be part of everyday life, not taboo. The results of the activity showed high student enthusiasm and increased understanding of the importance of maintaining mental health and seeking help when needed. This activity is expected to be the first step in creating a school environment that is more open and supportive of mental health issues.

Adolescents are an age group that is vulnerable to social conflict due to emotional immaturity and the search for self-identity. Amidst the increasing cases of violence and intolerance among adolescents, Christian Religious Education (PAK) has strategic potential in forming peaceful characters and constructive conflict resolution skills. This study uses a descriptive qualitative approach through an in-depth literature review of various literature and scientific journals from the last five to ten years. The results of the study indicate that PAK plays a role in internalizing the values ​​of love, forgiveness, tolerance, and justice that are relevant to building a culture of peace. In addition, PAK also contributes to forming a healthy social identity among adolescents, strengthening multicultural awareness, and providing skills in resolving conflicts non-violently. The instillation of these values ​​is carried out through a holistic approach that includes cognitive, affective, and practical learning. Christian Religious Education not only forms religious understanding, but also plays a role as a means of social transformation amidst the complex reality of conflict. Thus, PAK can be an important element in efforts to prevent conflict and form a young generation with a peaceful personality.  These findings are expected to be the basis for developing a curriculum and practice of Christian education that is more responsive to the social challenges faced by today's youth.