Vol. 12 No. 2 (2023): KONSELOR

This research delves into the psychological aspects of students undertaking thesis writing, specifically focusing on how they handle emotional challenges and build resilience during this demanding academic process. The study encompasses a diverse group of 162 students from the 2018 intake at a university in Padang, selected through a simple random sampling method. To ensure a comprehensive analysis, the study employs a blend of correlation, regression, and descriptive analytics, adhering to a statistical significance threshold of 0.05. The primary data for this research was processed using the SPSS 16.0 software. This included conducting the Kolmogorov-Smirnov test to assess the normality of data, a linearity test, and the Glesjer test to determine the presence of heteroscedasticity. Two key instruments guided the data collection and analysis: an emotional regulation instrument with a reliability index of 0.68, and a resilience instrument with a higher reliability index of 0.87. These instruments were crucial in measuring the respective constructs. The findings of the study are illuminating. Firstly, it was found that the students generally demonstrated effective emotional regulation skills. Secondly, a high level of resilience was observed among the student participants. Importantly, the correlation tests revealed a significant relationship between resilience and emotional regulation. This implies that the ability to regulate emotions effectively is closely linked to the development of resilience in students. Additionally, the regression analysis presented a substantial impact of emotional regulation on resilience, with a contribution strength of 51.5%. In essence, this study provides valuable insights into the emotional and psychological resilience of students during thesis writing. It highlights the critical role of emotional regulation in fostering resilience, offering a perspective that could be beneficial for academic institutions and mental health professionals in supporting students through their academic journeys.

The study aims to understand the correlation between self-regulated learning and academic procrastination. By examining responses from 104 students through comprehensive questionnaires, it provides insights into how students manage their learning and delay tasks. The use of simple regression analysis underscores the statistical significance of the findings, highlighting that improving self-regulated learning skills can directly reduce academic procrastination. This research not only contributes to the academic understanding of these concepts but also offers practical guidance for educators and policymakers. By focusing on enhancing self-regulated learning abilities, educational strategies can be developed to address and mitigate procrastination, ultimately improving the overall quality of student learning experiences.

This research provides a bibliometric analysis of anxiety disorder studies in 2023, employing a qualitative approach to examine trends and developments in this field. The study analyzes 988 documents, utilizing OpenRefine, Vosviewer, and Rstudio for in-depth data analysis. The primary objective is to understand the current landscape of anxiety disorder research and identify key themes and contributors. The findings reveal that anxiety disorder remains a significant and topical subject in contemporary research, with a notable concentration of studies originating from the United States. This geographic focus underscores the country's leading role in advancing research in this area. A key figure in this field is identified as Wang Y., who has made substantial contributions through frequent publications. The study also highlights emerging areas of interest within anxiety disorder research. These include specific focus on teenagers and women, indicating a growing awareness of demographic-specific anxiety issues. Additionally, the research points to an increasing interest in exploring the nuances of gender in relation to anxiety disorders. Another critical aspect underlined by the study is the broader theme of mental stress, which remains a pertinent issue in understanding and addressing anxiety disorders. Overall, this research not only maps the current state of anxiety disorder studies but also indicates key directions for future research, emphasizing the importance of demographic-specific and thematic explorations in this field. The insights gained from this study are valuable for researchers, clinicians, and policymakers, providing a foundational understanding of the evolving landscape of anxiety disorder research in 2023.

This study investigates career planning strategies for Generation Z in the post-COVID-19 pandemic era, emphasizing career theories and cultural and religious values. Through content analysis, the research reviews 8 articles on career planning grounded in cultural and religious values, alongside 10 articles on career theories and work values. The findings indicate that the career planning process encompasses self-understanding, understanding of career opportunities, planning, and career decision-making, which should integrate values such as faith, hard work, honesty, cooperation, and resilience. These values are represented in cultural heritage, including proverbs, poems, games, models, songs, rhymes, and advice. These insights significantly contribute to the study and practice of career planning in both formal and non-formal education settings.

The primary goal of the study is to investigate the effect of dialectical behavior therapy in the treatment of perfectionism in high school students. Method research using single-case experimental research with an A-B-A design Participants consisted of three students (N = 3) who indicated non-perfectionism, maladaptive perfectionism, and mixed maladaptive perfectionism. The intervention of dialectical behavior therapy in the treatment of perfectionism was carried out in eight sessions. Treatment focused on developing mindfulness, distress tolerance, interpersonaleffectiveness, and self-regulation. Participants completed the Frost MultidimensionalPerfectionism Scale. Data were collected before, during, and after the DBT intervention. The results showed that dialectical behavior therapy was effective for dealing with maladaptive perfectionism during and after the intervention. This preliminary evidence suggests the potential feasibility of using DBT in school settings.