Title

Stressors and Coping Mechanisms of Divorced Women.

Authors

Wahyuni, Sri; Pranata, Satriya; Pohan, Vivi Yosafianti

Abstract

This article examines the stressors and coping strategies of divorced women in Cirebon Regency, West Java, Indonesia. The high divorce rate in Indonesia has resulted in stigmatization and distorted perceptions of divorced women in the community. Divorced women face numerous stressors, including negative stigma, raising children without a husband, economic factors, fear of the future, and relationships with ex-husbands and their families. However, these women employ coping mechanisms such as self-management, finding enjoyment in the process, diverting their attention from problems, seeking support, strengthening their spirituality, and engaging in self-reflection to overcome the stress they experience. The study emphasizes the importance of promoting positive coping mechanisms and addressing stigmas and biases towards divorced women in society.

Subjects

SINGLE-parent families; DIVORCED women; SOCIAL status; WIDOWS; PSYCHOLOGICAL factors; CHILDREN of divorced parents

Publication

Scripta Medica, 2024, Vol 55, Issue 1, p1

ISSN

0350-8218

Publication type

Academic Journal

DOI

10.5937/scriptamed55-47723