A A Picture Of Adolescents' Attitudes Towards Anticipation Of Virtual Harassment In Education Through E-Booklet At SMP N 2 Panggang

Abstract

Background: Virtual harassment is a form of violence that is rampant in the digital era, especially
among teenagers. Cases of virtual harassment in Yogyakarta increased from 18% in 2021 and
continued to occur in five districts in 2022-2023, with Gunungkidul Regency having the highest
prevalence of around 33-34%. Adolescence is an important stage in the formation of attitudes that
will influence future behavior. Amidst technological developments and strong social influences,
adolescent attitudes tend to change quickly and are influenced by many factors. Proper education
is an important key in efforts to prevent and anticipate these risks.
Method: This study used a cross-sectional design. The subjects of this study were students of grade
VIII and IX of SMP 2 Panggang as many as 60 respondents. The type of data used primary data
taken with a questionnaire instrument. The questionnaire was tested for validity and reliability.
The analysis used descriptive analysis.
Finding: The results of the study showed thatthere was an increase in attitudes before and after
being given education with e-booklets. Before being given education, most teenagers showed
negative attitudes towards anticipating virtual harassment, namely 32 people (53.3%), while those
who had positive attitudes were 28 people (46.7%). After being given education, there was an
increase in the number of teenagers who showed positive attitudes, namely 34 people (56.7%),
while those who had negative attitudes decreased to 26 people (43.3%).
Conclusion: There was an increase in positive attitudes after being given an e-booklet education about
virtual harassment