Current challenges such as the decline in ethics and morals, including premarital sex, LGBT issues, and pornography addiction among teenagers in Malaysia, are becoming increasingly concerning, with numbers on the rise. Sexuality remains a taboo subject in society, leading to limited discussions on these issues. Consequently, this study aims to identify the shortcomings in parental coping mechanisms that contribute to adolescent sexual issues. This research employs a qualitative methodology by interviewing two teenagers and three parents, as well as doing library research. The findings highlight several areas where parental coping mechanisms may fail in addressing adolescent sexual issues: a) monitoring of gadgets and activities, b) parenting styles, c) family communication, d) religious education, and e) family time. The need for effective parental coping strategies is crucial in providing proper sexual guidance to teenagers. The implications of this study can help parents become more effective in addressing adolescent sexuality issues and offer valuable input to the Social Welfare Department (JKM) in developing training, services, and guidance for the community.

Authors:
Sakinah Salleh, Sultan Idris Education University, Malaysia
Norhafiza Mohd Hed, Sultan Idris Education University, Malaysia
Alwi Mohd Yunus, Universiti Teknologi Mara UiTM, Malaysia
Fatin Farhanah Ammer, Sultan Idris Education University, Malaysia

About the Presenter(s)
Dr Sakinah Salleh is currently a senior lecturer at Faculty of Human Science, Sultan Idris Education University and also a Director of Pusat Ulul Albab, Sultan Idris Education University.

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