Psikoedukasi Parenting Berbasis Disiplin Positif untuk Meningkatkan Kompetensi Pengasuhan Orang Tua dalam Penggunaan Gadget di TK Surya Marta Yogyakarta

Abstract

The development of digital technology has had a significant impact on the lives of early childhood, one of which is the increasing intensity of digital game use that has the potential to lead to addiction. This community service program aims to provide parenting psychoeducation based on positive discipline to improve parental competence in gadget use. This method is a method to provide parents with an understanding of how to educate children about gadget use with a constructive approach, without physical or verbal violence. The method used in this community service activity is an educational approach, integrating psychoeducation, lectures, and group discussions. The community service activity consists of four stages, each cycle consisting of: planning, implementation, observation, and evaluation (reflection). The results of the program implementation indicate that parenting psychoeducation based on positive discipline: a).Increases parental knowledge and understanding in implementing psychoeducational results b). Changes parenting attitudes to be more positive and empathetic c). Improves practical skills in managing children's behavior d). Strengthens the emotional bond between parents and children.