Identifying the Psycho-Educational Strategies in Dealing with Aggressive Behavior from the Counselor's Perspective

Zulfa Saleh; Syed Mohamad Syed Abdullah; Koay Gim Ling; Siti Nordarma Ab Rahman

doi:10.21834/e-bpj.v10iSI24.6386

Authors

Zulfa Saleh School Of Educational Studies, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang, Malaysia
Syed Mohamad Syed Abdullah School Of Educational Studies, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang, Malaysia
Koay Gim Ling School Of Educational Studies, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang, Malaysia
Siti Nordarma Ab Rahman School Of Educational Studies, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang, Malaysia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21834/e-bpj.v10iSI24.6386

Keywords:

Aggressive behavior, Psycho-Education, Nominal Group Technique

Abstract

Aggressive behavior among students disrupts learning environments and psychosocial development, necessitating effective interventions. This study uses the Nominal Group Technique (NGT) to explore counselors' perspectives on psycho-educational strategies for managing aggression. Seven counselors identified social skills training, behavioral modeling, and problem-solving techniques as highly effective in improving clients' behavior and self-management. However, challenges such as resource constraints and implementation difficulties persist. Findings suggest psycho-educational approaches are effective for long-term behavior management, culturally adaptable, and enhance client outcomes and counselor job satisfaction while highlighting the need for improved professional development and resource allocation.

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