An Overview of Juvenile Delinquency Among High School Students in the City of Ambon

Abstract

Adolescence is a period that is vulnerable to negative influences and is very vulnerable and unstable in acting, one of the things that is prone to occur is juvenile delinquency. Juvenile delinquency is a manifestation of social problems in adolescents that arise as a result of certain social neglect. The level of juvenile delinquency is increasing and is becoming a concern for society, including in the city of Ambon. Ambon City is the capital of Maluku Province and has the highest crime rate in Maluku Province. Ambon City is the capital of Maluku Province. This research aims to provide a general overview and outline further implications that can impact various aspects of social life and education. This research uses a descriptive quantitative approach. The research subjects were 137 students from 8 high schools in the city of Ambon who were recruited through purposive sampling, namely with the criteria of students who, according to the school's assessment, were naughty. The questionnaire used was prepared based on aspects and factors of juvenile delinquency. The results found that male adolescents have a higher level of involvement in delinquency than girls, and this tends to occur in the age range of 15-16 years. The most common forms of delinquency are playing late at night and cheating on exam, while difficult economic factors (92%) are the main factors influencing juvenile delinquency. It is hoped that future research can develop correlation research by adding variables that can be linked to juvenile delinquency, such as family factors or juvenile delinquency and academic achievement.