School Counseling Interventions to Address Cyberbullying and Emotional Dysregulation in Adolescents

Abstract

The background of this research is based on the increasing cases of cyberbullying among school adolescents, which impact psychological conditions, particularly students' emotional regulation abilities. Cyberbullying behavior occurring through digital media not only causes social pressure but also triggers emotional disorders such as anxiety, anger, and a tendency to withdraw from the social environment. This condition indicates the need for systematic intervention through school counseling services. This study aims to describe and analyze school counseling interventions in addressing cyberbullying and emotional dysregulation among adolescents at SMPN 1 IV KOTO. The approach used is descriptive qualitative with a case study method. Data collection techniques included observation, interviews, and documentation. The results show that cyberbullying occurs in various forms, such as ridicule on social media, unauthorized dissemination of content, and exclusion in online groups, impacting students' emotional conditions, such as irritability, anxiety, and social withdrawal. School counseling interventions included individual counseling, group counseling, and psychoeducation services. These interventions showed reasonably effective results in helping students improve their emotional regulation abilities and social awareness. Nevertheless, the implementation of interventions still faces several obstacles, thus requiring strengthening and continuity of counseling services in schools.