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Sleep is a crucial part of the human circadian cycle. The quality and quantity of sleep significantly influence various aspects of health, both physical and psychological. The hormone melatonin, which plays a vital role in sleep regulation, is produced as the intensity of light received by the eyes decreases. Currently, the use of lights and electronic devices emitting blue light is widespread, especially among teenagers to adults. This blue light can interfere with the production of melatonin, potentially disrupting sleep quality and patterns. In this age group, most are active students with busy schedules. This study uses a sequential explanatory design approach, combining quantitative and qualitative questionnaires to collect data and measure the impact of light on sleep duration and patterns. The respondents of this study were 71 people, coming from various universities and different study programs in Bandung City, ranging in age from 18 to 25 years. The research data results show that 38.6% of respondents experience sleep disturbances when the light is on, impacting sleep quality. Conversely, sleep quality improvement occurs in 81.4% of respondents when sleeping with the light off. The use of night mode on electronic devices, designed to reduce blue light emissions, positively impacts sleep quality, as felt by 38% of the 67.1% of respondents who use the night mode feature.

Teenagers who are agents of change usually have various creative ideas and opinions that can provide positive change for world change. However, many teenagers do not dare to express their opinions to the public or in discussion forums because they do not have public speaking skills or speaking in public. Therefore, the researcher wants to try to improve public speaking skills, especially in this case, namely young women at the Hanifa III Village Orphanage using group guidance with discussion techniques. This research uses descriptive qualitative research methods with data collection techniques in the form of interviews and observations as well as data analysis techniques in the form of data reduction and data verification by summarizing all the research findings obtained. The results of this research show that efforts to improve the public speaking skills of young women at the Hanifa III Kampuang Orphanage using group guidance with discussion techniques have proven successful. Group guidance using discussion techniques made young women at the Hanifa III Kampuang Orphanage make them more courageous and confident in speaking to express their opinions in public.

Indonesia is entering a critical period for mental health. Research results from the The Indonesia National Adolescent Mental Health Survey (2022), around 15,5 million Indonesian teenagers experience mental health disorders. Students are part of late adolescence and are vulnerable to mental disorders. The binary logistic regression model is used to examine in more depth what variables have a significant effect. So, this research aims to predict mental health of students in the Faculty of Health Sciences, Pekalongan University. This type of research is observasional with a cross-sectinal design. Data were collected using the SRQ-20 via the Google Form platform using simple random sampling of 186 students. There were 130 students who indicated mental health disordes (69,9%). Simultaneously age, gender, major, semester level, mother’s educational level, father’s educational level, social support and dependence on using smartphone influence student’s mental health status (P Value<0,05). Even though only a few variables were partially significant, the precision percentage of the model that could be predicted correctly was 71,5%. The accuracy of the predicted model is quite good, namely student mental health status (y) = -3,720 + 2,403 (Major) – 1,980 (Mother’s Educational Level) + 1,444 (Father’s Educational Level) + 0,888 (Dependence on using Smartphone). Promotive and preventive interventions such as further screening and education to support student’s healthy mental health.  

The importance of good character building has become a major concern, considering that it is very influential in the formation of moral foundations and individual behavior. Adolescent character is something that is very crucial to be considered by parents through quality time. This research focuses on the role of parents in improving children's character through quality time. This research uses a descriptive qualitative approach using the literature study method, this research emphasizes an in-depth understanding of this phenomenon through detailed descriptions. The results show that parents have a role as the main role model in improving adolescent character. Parents have a huge responsibility in educating their children. In conclusion, the emphasis on qualoity time in improving adolescent character is an important foundation in improving character with parents having a central role in this process as the main moral pillar and guidance for adolescents.  

The fast development of information technology, especially in handheld communication devices (smartphones) is undeniable that it is difficult to avoid massively by the public. Its existence will be a tool of personal reconstruction in society. Not only as a means of communication, but far beyond the basic functions of smartphones. The important role of technology is what brings human civilisation into the digital era. The digital era has brought various good changes as a positive impact that can be used as well as possible. Through a smartphone, users can show their activities and build their social identity, both in the real and virtual world. Deviant sexual orientation makes it difficult for gays to interact and communicate like a dominant society, it makes gays need an alternative media in order to interact and communicate with the aim of meeting their social and sexual needs. The result of this discussion is that in the digital era it is no longer a taboo for most teenagers to find out information about the whereabouts of gay men. Gay youth communication on social media is divided into two types, namely verbal and non-verbal. The existence of verbal and non-verbal communication in social media can support the realisation of meetings in real life.

The fast development of information technology, especially in handheld communication devices (smartphones) is undeniable that it is difficult to avoid massively by the public. Its existence will be a tool of personal reconstruction in society. Not only as a means of communication, but far beyond the basic functions of smartphones. The important role of technology is what brings human civilisation into the digital era. The digital era has brought various good changes as a positive impact that can be used as well as possible. Through a smartphone, users can show their activities and build their social identity, both in the real and virtual world. Deviant sexual orientation makes it difficult for gays to interact and communicate like a dominant society, it makes gays need an alternative media in order to interact and communicate with the aim of meeting their social and sexual needs. The result of this discussion is that in the digital era it is no longer a taboo for most teenagers to find out information about the whereabouts of gay men. Gay youth communication on social media is divided into two types, namely verbal and non-verbal. The existence of verbal and non-verbal communication in social media can support the realisation of meetings in real life.

Unwanted sex-related behavior, such as demands for sex and other physical and verbal sexual abuse, is known as sexual violence or harassment. These actions certainly have a significant and broad impact on people's lives, especially children and teenagers. The impact of sexual violence can last long after the experience ends and is closely related to the life circumstances of children and adolescents both during and after sexual interactions. Finding factors that influence the prevalence of sexual violence among adolescents is the aim of this research. In this study, 390 samples were randomly sampled using a cross-sectional strategy. Chi square was used in univariate and bivariate analysis. The analysis findings show that gender, age, knowledge, peers, and information media are the variables that have the strongest relationship with adolescent violence (p value <0.05). Sexual violence against teenagers is taught in schools, and as a preventive measure, local governments should expand their services for victims of sexual harassment.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the incidence of dysmenorrhea reaches 90%. The prevalence is generally higher in young women in the 17 to 24 year age group, which is estimated at 60-90%. More than 50% of menstruating women in the world report suffering from primary dysmenorrhea. This research was conducted to analyze factors that influence menstrual pain (dysmenorrhea) in students at the Prima Husada Bogor Midwifery Academy. This study used a cross sectional design on 62 samples with a simple random sampling technique. The analysis used is univariate and bivariate with chi square. The research results showed that the age of menarche factor had no influence on menstrual pain in students at the Prima Husada Midwifery Academy with a p value of 0.426 and an Odds Ratio (OR) of 0.659. From the results of the research conducted, it is clear that health education related to dysmenorrhea is very necessary for young women in general and students at the Prima Husada Midwifery Academy in particular by providing counseling related to reproductive health. Teenagers should expand their knowledge about dysmenorrhea so that they know what to do to reduce pain. during menstruation.

The increasing number of cases of bullying and hate speech from year to year means that this case can be called one of the social problems in Indonesia. This is because bullying behavior and hate speech have many negative impacts on all parties involved, especially the victims. This research aims to look at the phenomenon of cyberbullying and hate speech among MPI students. Various research results show that the impact of bullying felt by victims can hinder various aspects of the development of teenagers who are targets of bullying. The research approach used is qualitative research with a focus on analyzing students in the MPI environment. The research results show that bullying can have a serious impact on MPI students, namely disrupting the learning process, reducing learning motivation, damaging mental well-being, and affecting the quality of their academic experience. Therefore, an anti-bullying program is needed that involves cooperation between students, academic staff and the authorities in creating a supportive environment so that victims feel comfortable seeking help from their environment.

340 million children and adolescents aged 5-19 years worldwide are overweight and obese. Education and screening are efforts made to prevent obesity. This activity was carried out on 37 teenagers at Pondok Kasih Agape Orphanage, North Jakarta, in the form of counseling, physical examinations/screening, and health consultation. Obesity education and screening in adolescents is an important thing to do to prevent obesity in adolescents and its complications. It is hoped that the education provided can change aspects of lifestyle so that various changeable risk factors can be avoided and the incidence of obesity in adolescents can be avoided. Furthermore, these lifestyle changes can have an impact on society, so that the incidence of obesity in the community can be reduced.

This article discusses the perspective of pastoral counseling in addressing bullying among late adolescents aged 15-18 years that affects the psychological well-being of adolescents. Bullying is a significant social problem among teenagers and can have negative impacts on their psychological well-being. The purpose of this research is to explore the role of pastoral counseling in helping adolescents cope with the psychological effects resulting from bullying. The research method used in this study is a qualitative descriptive method with a literature review approach, depicting the characteristics of late adolescents aged 15-18 years who are vulnerable to bullying and its impact on their psychological well-being. The research findings indicate that pastoral counseling can provide emotional support, moral guidance, and reinforcement of religious values that assist adolescents in overcoming the pressures of bullying. The implications of this research are that the perspective of pastoral counseling is relevant and beneficial in aiding the protection and recovery of adolescents affected by bullying. It is hoped that this article will provide further understanding of the role of pastoral counseling in addressing bullying among late adolescents aged 15-18 years.

Skin diseases are a common problem among people, especially teenagers. Hormones, lifestyle and personal hygiene play a role in the occurrence of various skin problems in teenagers. If not treated, it can cause various disorders, especially quality of life. This health education was carried out to all class X students of SMA Kalam Kudus II Jakarta using the counseling/seminar method. In addition to enhancing knowledge, this education may provide awareness to teenagers to pay attention to their skin health so that various skin diseases can be avoided. Furthermore, it is hoped that this can become a basis for society to maintain healthy skin, so that the incidence of skin diseases in the community can be reduced.

The era of society 5.0 is an era that applies the ease of technological innovation in the era of the industrial revolution 4.0 to facilitate activities, especially in the economic sector. This research aims to see the use of technology such as social media in the creative economy so as to create new businesses for young entrepreneurs. To support this statement, this study uses the literature review method in finding supporting data. Almost all internet users must have social media, especially among teenagers and young people, so that it makes business people especially among teenagers and young people make creative new innovations in building a business. This shows an increase in creative economy development that has great potential and will have a significant impact on the Indonesian economy.

Language is very important for human life because through it they can communicate with each other. Language is also used to communicate one's ideas, concepts, opinions, feelings and thoughts to other people. as well as a tool for personal growth and interaction with others. This research aims to find out how important it is to use Indonesian properly and correctly, what causes the widespread use of slang, especially among teenagers, and how slang influences the use of Indonesian. In processing the data in this article, the literature study method was used to study various literature. Slang has caused the decline of good and correct Indonesian language martabak. Today's society has been influenced by technological advances which have triggered the emergence of slang. National identity and Indonesian as an official language must be strengthened so that it is not influenced by slang.

Language is very important for human life because through it they can communicate with each other. Language is also used to communicate one's ideas, concepts, opinions, feelings and thoughts to other people. as well as a tool for personal growth and interaction with others. This research aims to find out how important it is to use Indonesian properly and correctly, what causes the widespread use of slang, especially among teenagers, and how slang influences the use of Indonesian. In processing the data in this article, the literature study method was used to study various literature. Slang has caused the decline of good and correct Indonesian language martabak. Today's society has been influenced by technological advances which have triggered the emergence of slang. National identity and Indonesian as an official language must be strengthened so that it is not influenced by slang.

Cigarettes are rolls of tobacco which, when consumed, cause harmful effects to both those who smoke them and those who inhale the smoke. Many teenagers are now starting to recognize and try smoking cigarettes. The aim of this research is to find out the effectiveness of the MANGKOK (Teenager Prevent Smoking) game in increasing knowledge and motivation of teenagers at SMPN 01 Lalonggasumeeto in 2023. The research method used is a quantitative approach, Pre-Experimental design type using a one group pretest and posttest design. . The population of this study was 85 students, while the sample was 46 respondents taken using a purposive sampling technique using the Slovin formula. The results of the Paired Sample T-Test show that there is an increase in knowledge and motivation before and after being given the MANGKOK game to teenagers at SMPN 01 Lalonggasumeeto in 2023 with the respective knowledge p-value (0.000) < alpha (0.05) and p-value of motivation (0.001) < alpha (0.05). This research was carried out for 21 days.

Introduction: Adolescence is a vulnerable period regarding information about sex. Teenagers need people around them, especially parents, to guide them in providing sex education. Therefore, parents must have the knowledge and insight to help teenagers understand sex as early as possible. Objective: to find out the description of parents' knowledge about sex education for teenagers. Method: This research uses a descriptive method with a cross sectional approach. The total sample was 30 respondents. Results: of the 30 respondents, 11 respondents had a good level of knowledge, while there were 10 respondents in the sufficient category and 9 respondents in the poor category. Conclusion: 4 respondents graduated from junior high school, 18 respondents graduated from high school and 8 respondents graduated from bachelor's degrees. Of the respondents who were junior high school graduates, 1 respondent had sufficient knowledge and 2 respondents had insufficient knowledge. There were 5 respondents who graduated from high school who had good knowledge, 6 respondents who had sufficient knowledge and 7 respondents who had poor knowledge. Of the 8 respondents who graduated from bachelor's degrees, 5 respondents had good knowledge, 2 had sufficient knowledge and 1 respondent had poor knowledge.

Indonesia is one of the countries that has a fairly high level of natural disaster vulnerability. Mount Sinabung is a strato-type volcano. Administratively, Mount Sinabung is in the Karo Regency, North Sumatra. The eruption of Mount Sinabung has had a very significant physical, psychological and social impact on society. In facing a disaster, survivors need to survive and continue living. The ability to adapt to conditions after experiencing a traumatic event is called resilience. People who lost their homes due to the eruption of Mount Sinabung must be willing to be relocated to new, safer places such as permanent Shelter. Researchers want to see how disaster survivors in the Siosar Permanent Residence respond to being able to recover or recover from their previous situation. The method used in this research is descriptive qualitative with a case study approach. Data collection techniques were carried out using interviews/FGD, observation and documentation studies. The research results show that there are still teenagers who are not yet fully resilient. Researchers found teenagers who have not been able to recover from the problems they faced after the eruption of Mount Sinabung. Therefore, support from various parties or the pentahelix (government, academics, business world, society and mass media) is needed to build sustainable resilience in Siosar Permanent Shelter.  

Traditional games are games passed down from ancestors, but traditional games have been marginalized because in the modern era 4.0 the use of technology is very much used in everyday life. The technology that is often used is cellphones. The use of cellphones starts from teenagers, adults and even children who use cellphones like elementary school children. Mobile phones are usually used by children to play online games because children can play online games anywhere and anytime, which results in children not playing with their peers because they are already engrossed and focused on the online games on their mobile phones. This research aims to explore the character values ​​that can be instilled in elementary school students through game congklak or barn. This research uses a qualitative method with a literature review. The results of this research show that the traditional game congklak or lumbung can instill character values ​​in elementary school students such as the values ​​of honesty, discipline, hard work, creativity, curiosity, independence, communicativeness, responsibility and respect for achievement.

Cafes or also known as coffee places among today's society, especially teenagers. Cafes are used as a place to hang out and become a business to meet the needs of consumers. In this era of development, many cafes are competing to provide a comfortable place and atmosphere to attract customers, making it suitable as a place to relax, chat or gather. One example is Chord Cafe, this cafe is very strategically located so it is easy to reach and has a comfortable place. Chord Cafe also has many choices of coffee and non-coffee menus as well as snacks and heavy meals. This cafe has baristas who are very skilled in making various kinds of coffee and other drinks. As a fairly large cafe, Cord Cafe often holds live music, this is one way to attract customers to come to the café.