Pengalaman Emosional Mahasiswa yang Pernah Terlibat Judi Online: Studi Fenomenologis Deskriptif
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https://doi.org/10.28926/briliant.v11i4.2512Keywords:
Emotional Experiences, University Students, Online Gambling, PhenomenologyAbstract
Online gambling has become increasingly prevalent among university students and has affected their emotional, social, and financial well-being. This study aimed to describe the emotional experiences of students who had previously been involved in online gambling. A qualitative phenomenological approach was employed. Three university students in Semarang City were selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected through semi-structured in-depth interviews, observation, and documentation, and analyzed using Colaizzi's phenomenological method. The findings revealed four main themes: initial involvement, turning point, quitting process, and life meaning. Initial involvement was influenced by peers and early winning experiences. Awareness to stop gambling emerged after participants experienced financial losses, psychological distress, and inner conflict. The quitting process occurred gradually through personal responsibility, social support, spiritual strengthening, and self-control. Participants ultimately interpreted their experiences as valuable life lessons that fostered responsibility, gratitude, and a commitment to avoiding online gambling. The study concludes that self-awareness is the primary factor supporting behavioral change among university students who had been involved in online gambling.
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