The Effectiveness of Group Counseling Services in Helping Reduce Learning Stress among Madrasah Aliyah Students

Authors

Alda Fitriani Sekolah Tinggi Pesantren Darunn’aim Lebak Banten Author
Yanto Yanto Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Dakwah dan Komunikasi Islam Al-Mardliyyah Pamekasan Author

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Group Counseling, Learning Stress, Madrasah Aliyah

Abstract

Background

This study was motivated by the researcher’s observation during a service period at the modern Darunn’aim Islamic boarding school, where many students were experiencing learning-related stress. This stress can be caused by various factors, including both internal and external influences.

Purpose

The purpose of this study is to examine the effectiveness of group counseling services in helping Madrasah Aliyah students manage learning stress, identify stress factors, and enhance students’ motivation and problem-solving skills

Research Methodology

The study employed a qualitative research method. The researcher selected a sample of four students. Data were analyzed through structured observation and interviews. During the interviews, the researcher conducted discussions with three key informants: the Head of Kulliyatul Mualimini Al-Islamiyah (KMI), the Guidance and Counseling Teacher, and four student participants. Additional data collection techniques included observation and documentation.

Result

Based on the results, the role of group counseling services in helping students overcome learning stress in Grade V Madrasah Aliyah Darunn’aim can be summarized as follows: 1) The factors causing students’ learning stress are highly varied, stemming from both internal and external sources; 2) The role of group counseling services in addressing students’ learning stress includes assisting students in taking appropriate steps when facing problems, particularly during stressful learning situations, providing motivation to encourage students to be enthusiastic in learning, strengthening self-confidence, and enabling students to effectively handle challenges they encounter.

Conclusion

Group counseling effectively helps Madrasah Aliyah students manage learning stress by addressing internal and external factors, motivating students, enhancing self-confidence, and supporting problem-solving strategies in academic challenges.