INSAN Jurnal Psikologi dan Kesehatan Mental

Chatting Away Loneliness: Embracing New Connections Between Humans and Artificial Intelligence

2024-10-24T13:05:21+07:00

The rise in the prevalence of loneliness is closely associated with the increasing utilization of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, such as AI chatbot companionship (AICC), which are becoming increasingly employed by individuals experiencing loneliness. However, there is a lack of studies that attempt to address the psychological impact of using chatbots. The aim of this research is to investigate the correlation between the phenomenon of loneliness experienced by humans and the increased use of chatbot companionship through quantitative correlational analysis. The findings of the primary data analysis, which was based on research participants (n=237), suggest a significant relationship between loneliness and perceived use of AICC. The present finding highlights the importance of using AICC cautiously in early adulthood, as such technology may alleviate feelings of loneliness, overreliance has the potential to adversely impact the development of meaningful real-life social connections and relationships.

Psychometric Properties and Mixture Rasch Model Analysis of Body Regulation Exercise Questionnaire (BREQ-3)

2025-01-21T08:18:20+07:00

This study aimed to test the reliability and validity of the Indonesian-translated Body Regulation Exercise Questionnaire (BREQ-3), originally developed by Wilson et al. (2006), using Rasch analysis. A total of 408 Indonesian participants aged 18–25 years completed the survey. The results supported the unidimensionality of each BREQ-3 subscale. The 5-point Likert scale functioned adequately, except for the amotivation subscale. Both person and item reliability, as well as separation indices, were within acceptable ranges. Most items effectively measured exercise regulation, although six items were identified requiring revision. Three items, from the External and Intrinsic Regulation subscales, showed gender bias. Further analysis using the Mixture Rasch Model indicated that the identified classes were not distinguished by gender or age. Overall, the findings support the use of the Indonesian version of the BREQ-3 for assessing physical activity regulation in young adults and suggest directions for future research.

Why Crafting Fails? Workplace Belongingness as the Missing Link for Gen Z & Millennials’ Well-Being

2025-01-21T08:27:25+07:00

This study aims to examine the mediating role of workplace belongingness upon the effect of job crafting and leisure crafting on employee well-being based on Self-determination Theory (SDT). The research employed a cross-sectional survey method using data from Gen Z and Millennial employees (N=121) working in hybrid settings in Indonesia. The analysis was conducted using a Generalised Linear Model (GLM) Mediation approach. The findings revealed that: (1) The direct effect of both job crafting and leisure crafting on employee well-being are not statistically significant, and (2) workplace belongingness fully mediates the effect of job crafting and leisure crafting on employee well-being. These results suggest that job and leisure crafting alone may be insufficient to improve employee well-being unless such efforts foster a strong sense of connection to the organization or company, as well as when employees feel integrated, appreciated, and valued within their work community.

The Role of Self Criticism as a Mediator between Dating Violence and Nonsuicidal Self-Injury

2024-11-26T08:00:55+07:00

Nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI) is deliberate self-harm without suicidal intent. Dating violence (DV) is a known risk factor for NSSI, but research on this relationship is limited, especially regarding the role of self-criticism (SC). This study examines the role of SC in the relationship between DV and NSSI using a quantitative approach with a correlational design. The participants were 159 early adults aged 18-24 years old. The instruments included the Deliberate Self-Harm Inventory (DSHI) (α=0.9), the Dating Violence Questionnaire-R (DVQ-R) (α=0.901), and Forms of Self-Criticizing/Attacking & Self-Reassuring Scale (α=0.887). This study found that SC acts as a mediator in the relationship between DV and NSSI, β=0.047, (95% CI:0.021; 0.088), z=2.694, p<0.05. These findings suggest that SC may be a key psychological mechanism linking DV to NSSI, highlighting its relevance for preventive and clinical interventions.

Distress to Heal: Psychological Distress on Psychological Professional Help Seeking Attitudes in Emerging Adults

2025-01-21T08:23:02+07:00

As the prevalence of psychological distress continues to rise, the study aimed to explore the relationship between psychological distress and attitude towards seeking profesional psychological help among emerging adults in Indonesia. Out of 180 participants, regression analyses revealed no significant relationships between psychological distress and attitudes towards seeking profesional psychological help. Notably, 43.4% of participants had very high psychological distress, while 83.9% had positive attitudes towards seeking profesional psychological help. These results highlight the intricate connections between psychological distress and attitudes towards seeking profesional help, along with the influence of other factors. Covariate analyses indicated significant associations with gender, the perceived need for help, and stigma in others. The study emphasizes the need for further research to investigate the role of culture underlying this relationship.

Internalizing Problems and Perceived Family Social Support among Adolescents

2023-01-10T16:22:53+07:00

The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between perceived family social support and internalizing problems among adolescents through a correlational, quantitative study. A total of 689 adolescents in Muhammadiyah senior high school, aged between 15 and 18 years, who resided with their family and/or parents in the East Java Province (Indonesia) were recruited through a simple random sampling. The study used the Perceived Social Support-Family (PSS-Fa) scale and the Strength and Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQ). Linear regression indicated a significant relationship between perceived family social support towards adolescent internalizing problems. This finding confirms the notable role of parents in preventing internalizing problems in adolescence.