KEMATANGAN EMOSI REMAJA DI DESA SELOREJO (Studi Deskriptif di Desa Selorejo dengan Angka Pernikahan Dini yang Tinggi)

Early marriage, commonly known as child marriage, is a widespread issue with various aspects and deep-rooted influences in society, including in the village of Selorejo. Emotional maturity plays a crucial role in marriage, affecting how individuals make decisions in challenging situations and express their emotions. The aim of this research is to provide an overview of the emotional maturity of adolescents that live in Selorejo Village, an area with a high prevalence of early marriages. This descriptive quantitative study used purposive sampling, involving 109 male and female adolescent subjects aged 16-18 in Selorejo Village, Dau District, Malang Regency. Data on emotional maturity were collected using an emotional maturity scale. The research findings indicate that the majority of adolescents exhibit moderate levels of emotional maturity. However, the variation in emotional maturity scores highlights the need to explore contributing factors, especially for those with low emotional maturity score who may require additional support.