A Clear Message: Child Marriage Is a Significant Global Problem Requiring a Collaborative, Contextual, and Evidence-Based Response

Irwin, Charles E.

doi:10.1016/j.jadohealth.2021.09.003

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“…From a mental and social perspective, a bride who marries early does not yet have emotional maturity and a way of thinking. As we know, married life has various problems that must be faced maturely and emotionally (Irwin, 2021).…”

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Intrapersonal communication about the meaning of early marriage in Bandung City

Ilham,

Surahman,

Reza

et al. 2023

J. Kaji. Komun.

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Background: Early marriage is a prevalent practice in Cigondewah Rahayu Village, Bandung City. From a psychological and social perspective, early marriage can lead to emotional immaturity and underdeveloped cognitive abilities among young brides. The persistence of traditional customs surrounding early marriage in the area serves as a compelling motivation for researchers to investigate this phenomenon. Purpose: This study aims to explore the community’s interpretation of early marriage from the perspective of intrapersonal communication. Additionally, it seeks to understand the experiences of individuals who have participated in early marriages in Cigondewah Rahayu Village, Bandung City. Methods: This research employs a qualitative approach, drawing on Alfred Schutz’s phenomenological studies and the theory of Symbolic interactionism. Informants were selected using a purposive sampling technique. Data analysis involved techniques such as data reduction, presentation, and verification. Results: The findings indicate that, within the context of intrapersonal communication, early marriage is commonly perceived as a normal practice within the local community, deeply rooted in historical traditions. Participants view early marriage as a ritual that holds religious significance. Moreover, they believe that it facilitates the development of a mature mindset, fostering independence and generating positive impacts in various aspects of their lives, particularly within their social interactions. Implications: Based on the study’s findings, it is important to raise public awareness regarding the potential risks associated with early marriage. Given the unstable mental condition of young individuals, engaging in early marriage can give rise to challenges within the household, as their psychological development is not yet fully equipped to handle the responsibilities and complexities of married life.

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Section: Cigondewahmentioning

confidence: 99%

Intrapersonal communication about the meaning of early marriage in Bandung City

Ilham,

Surahman,

Reza

et al. 2023

J. Kaji. Komun.

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“…JAH 's sponsored supplements remain a key component of our mission, allowing us to explore specific topics in greater depth. The last 12 months have seen a particularly close examination of child, early, and forced marriages and unions, with discrete supplements published in both December 2021 and March 2022 [ 61 , 62 ]. A supplement published in July 2021, our second focused on the Global Early Adolescent Survey, gave us a similarly deep look at gender norms [ 63 ].…”

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