Peran Pola Asuh Orang Tua terhadap Kecanduan Smartphone pada Anak Usia Dini Studi Kasus:Keluarga yang Mempunyai Anak Usia Dini di Desa Sei Semayang

Abstract

This study aims to determine the role of parenting styles on smartphone addiction levels in early childhood in Sei Semayang Village. The increasing use of smartphones among children is a significant concern because it has the potential to impact social, emotional, and cognitive development. This study used a qualitative approach with a case study method. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, observations, and documentation of several families with children aged four to six years. The results indicate that parenting styles significantly influence children's smartphone use behavior. Permissive parenting styles tend to lead to excessive screen time, increasing the risk of addiction, characterized by anxiety when not holding the smartphone, decreased interest in direct play, and impaired concentration. Conversely, authoritative parenting styles with consistent supervision, screen time restrictions, and the provision of alternative, engaging play activities can reduce the tendency for smartphone addiction. Environmental factors, parental education levels, and parental smartphone habits also influence the parenting styles implemented. Overall, this study emphasizes the importance of parents' roles in managing smartphone use in early childhood. Interventions in the form of parenting education and increased digital parenting awareness are needed to prevent the negative impacts of digital device use on child development.