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Middle school adolescents often face various pressures that can trigger violent behavior. Effective coping mechanisms are very important in helping adolescents overcome these pressures. This study aims to determine the relationship between coping mechanisms and violent behavior in adolescents at SMAN 10 Semarang. This study aims to identify the relationship between coping mechanisms and violent behavior in adolescents at SMAN 10 Semarang. This study uses a descriptive correlational research design with a cross-sectional approach. The sample was taken using a purposive sampling technique, with a total of 196 students as respondents. Data collection was carried out through a questionnaire that had been tested for validity. Data analysis was carried out using the Chi-Square statistical test. The results of the analysis showed a significant relationship between coping mechanisms and violent behavior in adolescents, with a p value <0.05, indicating that maladaptive coping mechanisms are related to increased violent behavior. It can be concluded that there is a significant relationship between coping mechanisms and violent behavior in adolescents at SMAN 10 Semarang, indicating the importance of developing adaptive coping mechanisms in efforts to prevent violent behavior.