TY  - JOUR
PY  - 2021//
TI  - Exploring gender differences in the vulnerability towards drug abuse among adolescents in Malaysia
JO  - Psikohumaniora: Jurnal Penelitian Psikologi
A1  - Sulaiman, Wan Shahrazad Wan
A1  - Kamaluddin, Mohammad Rahim
A1  - Zakaria, Ezarina
A1  - Ibrahim, Fauziah
A1  - Hassan, Nazirah
A1  - Manap, Jamiah
A1  - Nen, Salina
A1  - Zamani, Zainah Ahmad
A1  - Yusooff, Fatimah
SP  - 1
EP  - 12
VL  - 6
IS  - 1
N2  - Protective and risk factors are important in reducing vulnerability towards drug abuse among adolescents. This study, therefore, aims to explore gender differences in such vulnerability in high-risk areas identified by the National Anti-Drugs Agency Malaysia. The study employs a survey design, with questionnaires distributed to 213 adolescents who fulfilled the inclusion criteria. The researchers developed the questionnaire and comprised five parts: the demographic profile, interpersonal conflict, negative emotions, social support, and mental health. The data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. The results show no significant gender differences in interpersonal conflict, negative emotions, and mental health. However, there was a significant difference in social support based on gender, with females showing a higher mean than males. These findings imply the importance of identifying the relevant factors to prevent early involvement in drug abuse.<p />  <p>Language: en</p>
LA  - en
SN  - 2527-7456
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/10.21580/pjpp.v6i1.6679
ID  - ref1
ER  -