Hubungan Konsep Diri dengan Komunikasi Interpersonal pada Remaja Gereja HKBP di Kelurahan Bantan Timur

Abstract

This research is quantitative research that aims to test and obtain empirical data regarding the relationship of self-concept with interpersonal communication in adolescents. In line with the theoretical foundation, the hypothesis is proposed which says there is a positive relationship between self-concept and interpersonal communication. Where the higher self-concept in adolescents, the higher interpersonal communication in adolescents. This study involved 45 adolescents in the Bantan Timur sub-district as the research subject. Sampling is done by Total Sampling technique. This study uses a Likert scale instrument for self-concept scale and interpersonal communication scale. The scale of self-concept based on aspects according to Fitts, et al (lubis, 2008), namely (aspects of physical self, aspects of family self, aspects of personal self, aspects of self-moral ethics, aspects of social self). The scale of interpersonal communication is based on aspects according to Devito (2011), which are divided between: openness, empathy, supportive attitude, positive attitude, equality. Based on data analysis, the results obtained there is a positive relationship between self-concept and interpersonal communication. This result is proven by the correlation coefficient where 0.573 with p = 0,000 <0.05 determinant coefficient (Rsquare) research value of (0,150) can be interpreted that the self concept variable influences interpersonal communication by (15%) from the calculation of the mean hypothetical and The empirical mean obtained high self-concept and high interpersonal communication.