The Role of Asah-Asih-Asuh Parenting as Preventive Strategy for Adolescent Identity Diffusion
Keywords:
Asah-Asih-Asuh, Identity Diffusion, Adolescents, ParentingAbstract
Adolescent development is a crucial period because individuals are in the process of forming their identities. During this phase, a lack of optimal parenting support can increase the risk of identity diffusion. Identity diffusion is a condition in which individuals are unable to consistently integrate their values, goals, and roles, which can potentially hinder psychosocial development. An approach to parenting considered relevant in supporting identity formation is the Asah-Asih-Asuh concept, which emphasizes cognitive stimulation, emotional support, and behavioral guidance. This study aims to examine the role of Asah-Asih-Asuh as a preventive strategy against identity diffusion in adolescents. The method used is a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) following the PRISMA guidelines, by analyzing scientific articles from Google Scholar published between 2016 and 2026. The findings indicate that parenting characterized by guidance (asah), affection (asih), and care (asuh) plays a significant role in supporting adolescent identity development and reducing identity diffusion. This study highlights the importance of culturally grounded parenting approaches and identifies research gaps for future studies. Thus, strengthening the concept of Asah-Asih-Asuh can support adolescents during their developmental period as a preventive strategy against identity diffusion and strengthen the role of adaptive parenting.
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