Perilaku Destruktif Anak Korban Perceraian Destructive Behavior of Children of Divorce

Abstract

Parental divorce has a significant impact on child development, particularly on destructive behavior that violates social norms and rules. This study aims to understand the indications of factors that cause, impact and prevent destructive behavior among high school students from divorced families. The method used was qualitative research with data collection through in-depth interviews of the research subjects. Research results show that destructive behavior in students is triggered by a variety of factors, such as emotional distress, lack of cultivation of religious values in the family, the influence of the friendship environment, negative moods, and thrill-seeking. The effects of parental divorce have caused children to experience psychological disorders, unstable emotions, to involvement in risky behaviors such as truancy, smoking, and other aggressive acts. The implications of this study in guidance and counseling services include information services, individual counseling, and group counseling. Through this service, students can be provided with understanding, assistance, and solutions to address the problems they face. With this service, it is expected to help students reduce destructive behavior, improve socialization skills, and achieve psychological and emotional well-being.