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This article aims to find out what approaches, strategies and techniques for guidance and counseling are good and correct in dealing with adolescent social problems.  This research was conducted using qualitative methods, where researchers distributed forms containing questions to respondents.  In this research, there were two respondents who were the targets of the research, namely high school students and guidance and counseling teachers.  The data collection method that the researcher took was the method of non-participant observation and literature review, where the observer was outside the subject being studied and did not participate in the activities they carried out.  This research measures all the domains that exist in students in dealing with personal, social, learning and career problems, and their relationship with how a teacher knows the behavior of each individual in the learning process.  So that a teacher can direct his students to be able to face every problem.  The results of this research explain that a student initially has a high level of trust in providing counseling to a counseling teacher at their respective school, but not all of these teachers have a good impact on students who do counseling.  There are still many guidance and counseling teachers who do not know how to respond and how to communicate well with the students who are counseling with them.  And then this creates a feeling of discomfort for students so that they no longer have a sense of trust in the guidance and counseling teacher.  

Digital Literacy is a science that discusses digital media, such as communication tools, internet networks, and so on. Digital literacy plays an important role in helping individuals understand the risks associated with technology use and take appropriate action to protect themselves and their privacy. Morals are human life behavior, which is based on awareness that he is bound by the necessity to achieve good, in accordance with the values and norms that apply in his environment. Social inequality itself is a condition that exists in society which shows an imbalance due to differences in aspects that exist in society, both from an economic, social and cultural perspective. By increasing digital literacy in responding to moral problems and social inequality, this digital literacy plays a very important role, for everyone on this planet earth, in order to achieve the mission of sustainable development goals throughout the world, especially Indonesia. This research is a type of literature review research by looking for theoretical references that are relevant to the cases or problems found. In the increasingly developing digital era, digital awareness and digital literacy are important keys in overcoming moral challenges and social inequality. The discussion also discusses the relationship between digital literacy and moral issues, the relationship between digital literacy and social inequality, and the contribution of digital literacy to achieving SDGs 2030. So the result of everything is about how important digital literacy is in the current era and about the relationship between digital literacy and Moral problems and social inequality aim to improve the welfare of society so that it will be more advanced in the future.

Social media plays a crucial role in contemporary society, serving as a platform for individuals to connect, engage, and share information. The main issue addressed in this research is how social media can be utilized in the context of Christian ethics. The goal of this study is to investigate how social media is employed in the context of Christian ethics. This research approach involves the use of literature or literacy research. Christian ethics is the moral code followed by Christians, rooted in the teachings of God's word. The Bible serves as the cornerstone of God's teachings, providing guidance for Christian individuals living according to the principles of God's Kingdom. Every Christian should be mindful of their behavior on social media and always adhere to laws and regulations. Religious guidelines. In accordance with Christian ethics, social media usage should embody values like love, forgiveness, and respect towards others.

Music has been a part of human life for a long time. It influences people's behavior and is an important component of culture. Music can convey messages through tonal sentences, expressing human emotions and feelings that are sometimes difficult to express directly. Song is a form of sound art that combines rhythmic sounds and musical instruments. They serve as a medium for people to express their thoughts and feelings. Song lyrics have a linguistic function, conveying the author's feelings and experiences. Emotions are subjective and related to psychology. They have an evaluative function, helping individuals understand their desires and the meaning of things. This research uses a literature review method to analyze the song "Usik" by Feby Putri. This song discusses the rights of human equality and is dedicated to people in Deaf Culture. Tells the story of someone who has been hurt and is trying to recover from dark times. The lyrics of "Usik" contain deep meaning and aesthetic value in each verse. This research aims to understand songs as a communication medium for expressing feelings and understanding hidden meanings in the lyrics.

Hate speech is an expression or opinion expressed to attack an individual or group. In the era of globalization, technological developments have advanced so much that it is easy for any group in society to access social media, for example Instagram and Tiktok, easily and freely. The results of the analysis show that there are various kinds of speech acts, including expressive and directive speech. The comments given by netizens show that they can give their opinions freely regarding Teuku Ryan's Instagram or Tiktok account. The hate speech contained in the comments column includes insults, provocations and blasphemy. This shows that the use of hate speech language is often used by netizens in the comments column and the use is considered normal because it expresses opinions. So it is recommended that public figures should be more careful in sharing or conveying something and avoid anything that is controversial, because as a public figure, their behavior will definitely attract the attention of many people.

Psychology in the Monologue Script "The Last Day of a Death Row Convict" by Victor Hugo discusses the psychology of the main character in the text. This script shows the main character who is on death row and experiencing significant psychological changes. This analysis uses a psychoanalytic approach to understand how the main character faces the death penalty and how these psychological changes influence his behavior. The results of the analysis show that the main character experiences complex and dynamic psychological changes. He experienced depression, hopelessness, and anxiety related to the death sentence he faced. The conclusion of this analysis is that Victor Hugo's "The Last Day of a Death Row Convict" presents a complex and dynamic main psychological character. Psychoanalysis helps understand how the main character faces the death penalty and how these psychological changes influence his behavior. The results of this analysis can be used to understand the psychology of individuals who face difficult situations and how they develop strategies to deal with these situations.

Behavior between fellow students is an increasingly disturbing phenomenon in the school environment. This can have a negative impact on the mental and emotional health of students who are victims. In facing this problem, teachers have an important role in responding to it. Teachers' efforts to address behavior include an educational approach, fostering positive values, creating an inclusive and supportive environment, and providing an understanding of the importance of respecting differences. The type of research used is qualitative, a research model that uses descriptive data in the form of written or spoken language from people and actors who can be observed. This qualitative research is carried out to explain and analyze individual or group phenomena, events, social dynamics, attitudes, beliefs and perceptions. The conclusion is that, with the active role of teachers, it is hoped that the school environment can become a safe and supportive place for all students, without discrimination based on physical appearance.

Indonesia is one of the countries that is the lungs of the world. This country has extraordinary environmental potential, starting from natural resource conditions (biological and non-biological diversity), geographical conditions, and demographic conditions that other countries do not have. The gifts given by Allah SWT to all His creatures, especially humans, must be used well or wisely. Utilizing these gifts to meet the needs of living creatures must be accompanied by great responsibility in protecting and managing them so that their sustainability is maintained (sustainability). Ironically, if we look at the current facts, the situation is the opposite. Our various daily activities, from small to large scale, individually and collectively (society), contribute to air pollution, water pollution, soil pollution, land degradation, loss of biodiversity and germplasm, resource and energy crises, and the peak is global warming. The behavior of throwing rubbish and waste carelessly, wasting energy, using vehicles with high emissions, and various other bad activities among the majority of Indonesian people is still very worrying. This is still done by many people who are highly educated or not, rich or poor, young and old, and men and women.

This study aims to describe the use of Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) on a child experiencing emotional disturbances following the death of her mother. Healthy psychological development in children plays a crucial role in their ability to learn and adapt. Good cognitive and emotional development enables children to understand and manage their emotions, communicate effectively, and build positive social relationships. A child with strong emotional skills tends to be more resilient, better able to cope with stress, and has a higher level of life satisfaction. This study employs a qualitative case study design to gain an in-depth understanding of individual experiences within a specific context. Observations and interviews were conducted with the subject, a 10-year-old girl named Icha, who was identified as having emotional and behavioral issues suitable for REBT intervention. Romans 12:2 provides relevant spiritual guidance in the context of children's psychological development, emphasizing the importance of transforming the mind for a better life. Through the stages of REBT, Icha successfully identified and changed the irrational thoughts that caused her emotional disturbances. Significant changes were observed in the fourth session, where Icha became calmer and was able to accept herself. This therapy demonstrates the effectiveness of REBT in addressing emotional disorders in children, especially those experiencing trauma from loss.

Cyberbullying is bullying using digital technology. This can happen on social media, chat platforms, gaming platforms, and mobile phones. Meanwhile, according to Think Before Text, cyberbullying is aggressive and purposeful behavior carried out by a group or individual, using electronic media, repeatedly from time to time, against someone who is deemed not to easily resist this action. So, there is a difference in power between the perpetrator and the victim. The difference in strength in this case refers to a perception of physical and mental capacity. The nature of the research used is normative legal research and the data collection method used in this research is secondary data obtained through library research, namely by conducting research on various literature such as books, laws, with the aim of to look for concepts, or understandings related to the problem of Cyber ​​Bullying Behavior Due to Social Media Which Affects Teenagers. The physical impact of cyberbullying is that teenagers experience headaches, stomach aches, sleep disorders, fatigue, back pain, loss of appetite and digestive problems. Psychologically and emotionally, teenagers feel fear, feelings of terror, anxiety, suffering, sadness, stress and symptoms of depression. School is related to teenagers being less motivated to go to school and a decrease in concentration levels or academic grades. Psychosocially, adolescents have feelings of isolation and loneliness, exclusion and even social rejection. That a personality who is dominant and enjoys violence tends to be temperamental, impulsive, and easily frustrated and often behaves aggressively in adults. Personality characteristics have a fairly high role in a person's tendency to become a perpetrator of cyberbullying. A person with high self-esteem will show himself to have power over others. This is what makes cyberbullying perpetrators show that they are someone who is powerful by bullying weak people.

In order to prevent the distribution and use of narcotics in detention centers, narcotics dealers are subject to a specific minimum penalty for the type of punishment that can be imposed on criminals. The social issue in giving to prisoners who have committed criminal acts of narcotics abuse is the prisoner's right to receive a reduced sentence if they have good behavior while undergoing training. The nature of the research used is normative legal research and the data collection method used in this research is secondary data obtained through library research, namely by conducting research on various literature such as books, laws, with the aim of to look for concepts or understandings related to the problem of the Family Visiting Service System for Inmates in the Class II B Tanjung Pura Detention Center. Legal Arrangements for the Family Visiting Service System for Inmates in the Class II B Tanjung Pura Detention Center can be interpreted as a place where people are gathered who violate the rules and norms that exist in society. Meanwhile, the principle adopted by correctional institutions is to position prisoners as subjects who are seen as individuals, ordinary citizens, and as creatures of God. Based on this, in prison prisoners receive guidance and guidance with the hope that after completing their sentence, prisoners can socialize with the community and improve their skills so they can live independently in society. Factors Inhibiting the Family Visiting Service System for Inmates in the Class II B Detention Center in Tanjung Pura, from children to adults, are not free from narcotics, in Indonesian law enforcement the morning criminal sanctions for narcotics dealers do not seem to be feared by the dealers because it is proven by Year after year the problem of narcotics always increases.

Unemployment is a group of people who enter the workplace but do not find work or are actively looking for work. Poverty is the state of an individual or group of individuals lacking the ability to meet basic needs to maintain and improve a stable way of life. Violence is the behavior of a person or group of people that causes other people loss, or causes other people physical pain or damage to something. This research aims to understand the impact of unemployment and poverty on violence in Indonesia. The study's findings show that poverty and poverty have a negative impact on violence in Indonesia. This type of research is quantitative research with a population in Indonesia. The method used in the analysis is the Normality Test and Multiple Linear Regression Test. From reports measured at the Central Statistics Agency for 2015-2021, the data used is secondary data. From the research produced or the results of data taken from the Central Statistics Agency, it is clear that there is a lot of unemployment, poverty and violence in Indonesia

Income plays a very important role in determining individual consumption patterns, reflecting consumers' purchasing power towards goods and services. This study investigated the impact of average income on consumption levels in North Sumatra, focusing on the relationship between income and shopping behavior in the region. The purpose of this study was to study how variations in average income affected consumer spending habits and general economic activity in North Sumatra from 2020 to 2022. This study used secondary data from the Central Bureau of Statistics (BPS) North Sumatra, which included per capita consumption levels and average income. The data were analyzed using multiple linear regression method. The results showed a positive and significant relationship between average income and consumption levels in North Sumatra in 2020–2022; In other words, the higher the average income, the greater the per capita consumption. The research highlights the importance of stability and income growth in stimulating consumer spending, thereby boosting economic growth.

This study aims to examine differences in students' aggressive behavior in terms of intact families and divorced families. This research uses quantitative research methods with a comparative study approach. The population in this study was 822 students in classes X and XI at SMK Negeri 9 Padang with a total sample of 355 students. The data collection technique uses an aggressive behavior instrument using a Likert model scale. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistical analysis techniques and difference test analysis (T-test). The research results show: (1) the aggressive behavior of students who come from intact families is included in the low category with a percentage of 53.49%, (2) the aggressive behavior of students who come from divorced families is included in the low category with a percentage of 79.38%, (3 ) there is a significant difference in students' aggressive behavior in terms of intact families and divorced families at SMK Negeri 9 Padang, where the t value is -13.410 with a Sig.(2 tailed) value obtained of 0.001 or <0.05. Based on the results of this research, guidance and counseling teachers can provide assistance with information services, individual counseling, group counseling and group guidance services in dealing with aggressive behavior in students.

The aim of this research is to determine the impact of smartphone use in the school environment by Cimuncang State Elementary School students. The use of smartphones has penetrated all levels of society. Monitoring smartphone use by parents and teachers is important to encourage student development. Smartphone misuse can influence student behavior and personality. The method used in this research is qualitative. The data collection technique in this research is based on field observations and interviews with informants to obtain the necessary data. Survey results show that students use smartphones because they need to notify their parents when they come home from school, and sometimes they use smartphones at school to study learning material that is not in school books and then can play online game applications, watch videos received from friends, and take photos with friends. When students become addicted to smartphones, their personality and social behavior change, there are students who become individualistic, rarely interact with the outside world and their classmates, and fall asleep when study time starts, and laze around when the teacher gives assignments, then when break time arrives. students use and follow everything in smartphone videos so that it has an impact on behavior or character at school.

Elections are a democratic process used to elect government leaders and represent the community in government institutions. Money politics is a phenomenon that often occurs in general elections. Money political campaigns are carried out by individuals or groups who use money to influence people's behavior in elections. The aim of this article focuses on the phenomenon of money politics that occurs in society during the campaign period for legislative candidates in the 2024 elections at the neighborhood level and to find out the factors that cause money politics to occur. The form of money politics carried out includes providing basic necessities, money and health services to voters to win votes in legislative elections. This research was conducted using a qualitative research approach, collecting data through interviews and literature reviews. The results of this research show that not all people are influenced by political choices through money politics.

Humans have a basic desire to be accepted, appreciated and wanted by others, in short humans wants to love and be loved by the others. The desire to have intimacy is considered as the basic human desire and can explain the behavior of individuals in relationship (Baumeister & Leary, 1995). Intimacy sometimes influenced by emotional and sexual relationship conditioned by one or both parties. One of the variation and the dynamic of sex that became popular was BDSM. BDSM is an acronym of B which means Bondage, D which means Discipline and also Domination, S which means Submission and also Sadism, and M which means Masochism. BDSM is a sexual practice that has the character of: power exchange where there are inequalities in degree of relationship, suppression, physical restraint and exploration around the pain. The aim of this study was to find the intimacy of the BDSM perpetrators in the IBS community and to see if intimacy in relationships can arise in couples who practice BDSM in their relationships. This study uses descriptive study, and the sample in this study using snowball sampling technique. It is known that there is a picture of intimacy of relationship owned by BDSM partner and partner in IBS community that is high of Knowledge, high of Caring, High of Interdependence, High Mutualitu, High of Trust and High of Commitmen`

Background: Mental disorders are conditions in which mental functions, thought processes, emotions, feelings, psychomotor and verbal behavior are disrupted which becomes a group of clinical symptoms accompanied by suffering and results in disruption of an individual's humanistic function (Ramadani et al, 2020). One type of mental disorder is schizophrenia, where the main perception disorder in schizophrenic patients is hallucinations. Hallucinations are changes or perceptions that there is unfavorable stimulation from within the individual or from outside the individual accompanied by a reduced, excessive or distorted response (Rustika, 2020). One non-pharmacological implementation strategy for patients with hallucinations is by providing music therapy (Alfionita, 2016). Method: Giving therapy to listen to dangdut music to patients for 4 days is carried out 1 day once therapy for 10-15 minutes. Results: After the intervention of giving menmusic therapy for 4 days, it was found that the patient experienced a decrease in signs and symptoms of hallucinations from initially a score of 8 to 2. Conclusion: Providing dangdut music therapy can help reduce the frequency of hallucinations. This is due to the diversion of the patient's attention from the hallucinatory sounds to the dangdut music he hears. rebuking and music to reduce the symptoms of the hallucinations he was suffering from.

The stigma given to drug users will make them tend to act in accordance with what is given to them. Positive stigma has a strong meaning, so it tends to have a positive impact on individuals, while negative stigma is given to someone who is considered to deviate from the norm. Stigma towards drug users will become more complex if the handling is not sustainable and can affect the self-concept of drug users. Therapeutic Community is often referred to as the “community method”. Therapeutic Community members interact in structured and unstructured ways to influence attitudes, perceptions, and behaviors related to drug use. Within the Therapeutic Community there is a group approach that provides help to a number of people deliberately grouped based on the problems that person has, where a group is used as a medium to change a behavior.    

This study aims to analyze the impact of hoax news on bullying behavior in SMP Nasrani 2 Medan. The proliferation of hoax news, facilitated by social media, has become a concerning issue affecting various aspects of society. Bullying, a prevalent problem among children and adolescents, manifests in various forms such as verbal, physical, and psychological abuse. Both phenomena have significant implications for individuals and communities, leading to distrust, conflict, and unhealthy societal values.Using a qualitative descriptive approach, this research delves into the dynamics between hoax news and bullying behavior among students at SMP Nasrani 2 Medan. Data collection involves literature review and observation of student characteristics, facilitated by interviews with students, class teachers, and school principals. The analysis interprets the relationship between misinformation and bullying behavior, aiming to identify patterns and insights to understand their impact comprehensively. The findings underscore the intertwined nature of hoax news and bullying behavior. Hoax news spreads rapidly through social media, exacerbating tensions and conflicts among students. Fear, hatred, and prejudice triggered by misinformation can fuel bullying behaviors, perpetuating a cycle of intimidation and harassment. The study reveals the importance of addressing both phenomena holistically to create a safe and inclusive school environment. Strategies to mitigate the impact of hoax news on bullying include education and awareness campaigns, strengthening school policies, fostering collaboration with parents, and implementing disciplinary measures. Teachers play a crucial role in educating students about critical thinking and empathy, recognizing signs of bullying, and mediating conflicts. By adopting a proactive and collaborative approach, schools can effectively address the challenges posed by hoax news and bullying, fostering a positive learning environment for all students.