Self-Compassion sebagai Faktor Psikologis dalam Academic Stress pada Mahasiswa Tingkat Akhir

Abstract

Academic stress represents a critical issue among final-year students facing the pressure of completing their final projects. This study examined the relationship between self-compassion and academic stress, and explored differences in relationship patterns based on students' living arrangements. The research employed a cross-sectional correlational design involving 187 respondents Psychology students at Universitas Negeri Surabaya who were completing their theses or final projects. Data were collected using convenience sampling technique. Academic stress variable was measured using the Educational Stress Scale for Adolescents and self-compassion variable was measured using the Self-Compassion Scale. Data were analyzed with Spearman's rho correlation and simple linear regression. Results showed a strong and significant negative relationship between self-compassion and academic stress. Self-compassion predicted a substantial portion of variance in academic stress among final-year students. Additional analysis revealed significant effects in both living arrangement groups, with a slightly stronger tendency among boarding house students compared to those living with family. These findings confirm self-compassion as an important protective factor against academic stress in final-year students.