Ketakutan (Fear) pada Individu yang Pernah Mengalami Dating Violence

Abstract

This study aims to understand how individuals who have experienced dating violence confront and manage the fear that arises as a consequence of such violence. This fear can affect victims' quality of life and their ability to form new relationships. The research employed a descriptive qualitative approach, collecting data through in-depth interviews with three university students who had experienced dating violence. Participants were selected using snowball sampling to ensure the relevance of their experiences to the study's focus. The findings reveal that the respondents experienced various forms of fear, including fear for self, fear in forming new relationships, and heightened vigilance regarding potential future violence. Each individual developed their own methods to manage their fear, such as changing their perspective on fear and gradually rebuilding self-confidence. This study highlights the importance of the methods used by victims to face their fear in the recovery process after dating violence. The findings offer practical insights for more effective psychological interventions and serve as a foundation for further research on trauma and recovery in victims of dating violence.