Development of a psychological well-being scale for at-risk adolescents

Authors

  • Annisa Dianesti Dewi Department of Psychology, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universitas Jambi
  • Nadia Puti Dianesti Department of Psychology, Faculty of Psychology, Universitas Gadjah Mada
  • Dian Erhan Saputra Center of Competency Assessment, Universitas Islam Negeri Mahmud Yunus Batusangkar
  • Revania Ayuri Department of Psychology, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universitas Jambi
  • Indi Hajian Pahira Department of Psychology, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universitas Jambi
  • Hieronimus Floris Khansa Laga Department of Psychology, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universitas Jambi

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.22437/proca.v1i2.50319

Keywords:

Psychological Well-Being; At-Risk Adolescents; Scale Development; Validity; Reliability

Abstract

Background: Psychological well-being plays a crucial role in adolescent development, particularly among those facing risks related to family, social, economic, or academic conditions. Objective: This study aimed to develop and test the validity and reliability of a psychological well-being scale tailored for at-risk adolescents in Indonesia. Methods: A quantitative research design was employed. Content validity was assessed by seven expert raters, resulting in 13 items meeting the Aiken's V ≥ 0.75 criterion. Reliability analysis yielded a Cronbach's Alpha of 0.830, indicating strong internal consistency. Results: These results demonstrate that the scale has acceptable psychometric properties, making it suitable for assessing psychological well-being among adolescents at risk. Conclusion: The findings highlight the practical value of providing a culturally relevant measurement tool to support psychologists, counselors, and researchers in conducting assessments and designing interventions that promote well-being in vulnerable youth.

Author Biographies

  • Annisa Dianesti Dewi, Department of Psychology, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universitas Jambi

    Department of Psychology, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universitas Jambi

  • Nadia Puti Dianesti, Department of Psychology, Faculty of Psychology, Universitas Gadjah Mada

    Department of Psychology, Faculty of Psychology, Universitas Gadjah Mada

  • Dian Erhan Saputra, Center of Competency Assessment, Universitas Islam Negeri Mahmud Yunus Batusangkar

    Center of Competency Assessment, Universitas Islam Negeri Mahmud Yunus Batusangkar

  • Revania Ayuri, Department of Psychology, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universitas Jambi

    Department of Psychology, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universitas Jambi

  • Indi Hajian Pahira, Department of Psychology, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universitas Jambi

    Department of Psychology, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universitas Jambi

  • Hieronimus Floris Khansa Laga, Department of Psychology, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universitas Jambi

    Department of Psychology, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universitas Jambi

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29-11-2025

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Vol. 1 No. 2 (2025): The 6th Jambi Medicine and Health Science International Conference (JAMHESIC)

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Dewi, A. D., Dianesti, N. P., Saputra, D. E., Ayuri, R., Pahira, I. H., & Laga, H. F. K. (2025). Development of a psychological well-being scale for at-risk adolescents. Proceedings Academic Universitas Jambi, 1(2), 585-594. https://doi.org/10.22437/proca.v1i2.50319