Motif Remaja Melakukan Kenakalan Remaja melalui Konteks Komunikasi Keluarga

Abstract

Juvenile delinquency is a well-known issue in Indonesia, encompassing all deviant behaviors from
societal norms and laws committed by teenagers. The adolescent phase is synonymous with the
process of self-discovery and identity formation, during which the emotional stability of teenagers
remains precarious. This emotional instability leads them to act on their desires without considering
the consequences that may follow. Family communication is a fundamental and critical activity within
the family unit, aimed at fostering trust and affection between parents and children. It is often utilized
by parents as an expression of love for their children, serving to monitor and assist in their transition
into adulthood. Focusing on the context of family communication, this research aims to uncover the
motives behind adolescent delinquency within the framework of family communication. It seeks to
delve deeper into how family communication can influence adolescent behavior, particularly in the
context of delinquency. The research employs a qualitative phenomenological approach, involving
interviews with four participants and analyzing the findings through thematic analysis.The results of
this study indicate that, in addition to internal factors such as family communication, external factors,
specifically the peer group environment of the adolescent, also play a significant role in influencing
their behavior.