Psycho Holistic

Implementation of self-instruction techniques to reduce exam anxiety in junior high school students

Mirzarisma Istighfari — 2024-11-27

This research aimed to reduce exam anxiety using the self-instruction technique in students of SMP Muhammadiyah 1 Gresik. Anxiety often occurs before and during exams, and it can manifest in various physical, emotional, and cognitive symptoms. This study employed an experimental quantitative approach with one group pre-test and post-test design. The self-instruction technique was applied over a set period, and the effectiveness was measured using anxiety scales before and after the intervention. The results showed a significant reduction in students' anxiety levels, highlighting the positive impact of self-instruction techniques in managing exam-related anxiety.

Giving aromatherapy to reduce mental workload of human resources department employees of company X

Ayu Irmawati — 2024-11-28

This study aims to reduce mental workload through the provision of aromatherapy to PT. X employees. Mental workload is a problem that is often experienced by employees of PT X which in the long run will affect both physical health such as the appearance of headaches, fever, and heart attacks and mental such as the emergence of anxiety, sadness, and despair. Aromatherapy is a therapeutic action that utilizes essential oils with the aim of improving a person's physical and psychological health. This study applied a quantitative approach with pre-test and post-test design. The subjects in this study were 6 people. The administration of aromatherapy was carried out for 3 days, and its effectiveness was measured using the NASA-TLX method. Based on results, there is a significant decrease of mental workload. The findings of this study have practical indications specifically for HR department employees and agencies in helping employees to reduce mental workload. By integrating the use of aromatherapy in helping to reduce the mental workload of employees in the work area, it is expected that employees can feel more relaxed and calmer when completing work.

The effectiveness of video modeling to reduce submissive behavior in intellectually disabled students who are victims of bullying in inclusive school

Ainun Alkaff — 2024-11-30

This study aimed to explore the effectiveness of video modeling in reducing submissive behavior in students with intellectual disabilities who have been victims of bullying in inclusive school. Submissive behavior, characterized by the inability to defend oneself or express opinions, often emerges when faced with stressful situations. Video modeling was used as an intervention to provide examples of assertive behavior that the students could imitate. This research employed a single-subject method involving a student with an intellectual disability identified as a victim of bullying. The student participated in six video modeling sessions depicting positive social interaction scenarios. Data was collected through direct observation, interviews, psychological tests, and informal assessments administered to teachers and parents. The analysis results showed a significant improvement in the student’s ability to express opinions and a reduction in submissive behavior. These findings indicate that video modeling can be an effective tool in supporting students with intellectual disabilities to overcome bullying and reduce submissive behavior in inclusive school environments.

The influence of student engagement and school well-being on student learning motivation

Gladis Corinna Marsha — 2024-12-17

This study aims to examine the influence of student engagement and school well-being on learning motivation among students. The research respondents consisted of 95 students from the Faculty of Psychology at Universitas Muhammadiyah Banjarmasin, class of 2023 and 2024, who were selected using the simple random sampling technique. The estimated value of Cronbach's Alpha reliability on the student engagement scale is 0.907, on the school well-being scale is 0.908, and on the learning motivation scale is 0.929. The results of the analysis using multiple linear regression show that student engagement and school well-being simultaneously have a significant effect on learning motivation (R² = 0.339). Partially, student engagement has a significant influence with b = 0.64 (p < 0.001), and school well-being with b = 0.206 (p = 0.028). These results indicate that the higher the student’s engagement in learning and their school well-being in the educational environment, the greater their motivation to learn. This research emphasizes the importance of creating an academic environment that supports student engagement and school well-being to enhance students' learning motivation. Further studies are recommended to explore additional factors that influence learning motivation to expand the understanding of this dynamic.

A holistic approach to safe and eco-friendly driving in Indonesia from prospective psychology and technology: Literature-based exploration

Suryati Mahdalena Sianipar — 2024-12-20

Transportation is essential to daily life in Indonesia, supporting mobility, economic activity, and social connectivity. However, rapid urbanization and population growth have intensified challenges, including severe traffic congestion, high accident rates, and substantial contributions to carbon emissions. Traditional approaches to transportation management have proven insufficient to address these issues. This study aims to explore the role of psychological insights and technological advancements in fostering safer and more sustainable driving practices in Indonesia through a literature-based exploration. Data collection involved a structured review of academic publications, reports, and case studies published between 2010 and 2023, accessed from sources such as Scopus, Google Scholar, and institutional archives. Relevant studies were identified using keywords like "safe driving," "psychology of driver behavior," and "sustainable transportation technologies. “The findings emphasize that psychological factors—such as motivation, risk perception, and emotional regulation—play a pivotal role in influencing driver behavior. In parallel, technologies like Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and eco-driving innovations offer practical solutions to enhance safety and reduce environmental impacts. The synergy between psychological understanding and technological applications creates a comprehensive framework for addressing Indonesia’s unique transportation challenges. This review identifies significant research gaps, such as the limited integration of behavioral insights with technology adoption in Indonesian contexts. The study recommends tailored interventions, such as psychology-informed driver training programs and localized promotion of adaptive driving technologies, to improve transportation safety and sustainability outcomes.

The relationship between organizational climate and employee work loyalty in the X Department of West Sumatra Province

Rini Kandarvi — 2024-12-23

This research aims to determine the relationship between organizational climate and employee work loyalty at Department X, West Sumatra Province. The measuring instruments used in this research are the organizational climate and work loyalty scales. The sampling used a saturated sampling technique with a sample size of 145 employees of Department X of West Sumatra Province. The index discrimination item and reliability tests of both instruments showed that they were good (organizational climate scale 0,329 < rix < 0,842; α = 0,927, while the work loyalty scale 0,338 < rix < 0,760; α = 0,932). The hypothesis test in this research uses the Pearson Product Moment correlation with result analysis value of 0,752 (p < 0,001) meaning there is a significant correlation between organizational climate and employee work loyalty at Department X, West Sumatra Province, where the direction of the correlation between the two variables is positive, show that if employee has a high organizational climate, then the employee will have high work loyalty, and conversely, if an employee has a low organizational environment, then the employee will have low work loyalty.