EFFECTIVENESS OF COUNSELING INTERVENTION TO REDUCE STUDENT AGGRESSION: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW

Abstract

The rise in aggressive behavior in schools requires counseling interventions aimed at reducing aggressive behavior in students. This article reports the results of a systematic review of articles published between 2020 and 2025 that specifically examined various interventions that can be used to reduce aggressive behavior in students. The search for articles was conducted through the Google Scholar database using the Publish or Perish search engines. The selection of articles for review used the PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) guidelines. The analysis of the five selected articles revealed that schema therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Behavioral Therapy (ACT), reality therapy, and mindfulness have been proven effective in reducing aggressive behavior in students. Each of these interventions has unique characteristics that can be adapted to suit the needs and developmental stage of the student. Overall, the selection of the appropriate intervention method must consider the short-term and long-term goals, individual characteristics, and the adolescent's social and environmental context. The results of this study are expected to serve as a reference for counseling practitioners and guidance and counseling teachers in selecting appropriate interventions to help students reduce their aggressive behavior.