The Impact of Social Pressure on The Acceptability of Female Students' Dating Practices in Medan City

Abstract

Objective: This research aims to determine the relationship between social pressure and the permissiveness of dating behavior of high school students in Medan City. This research also analyzes how much influence social pressure has on the permissiveness of dating behavior and analyzes the results based on the reality that occurs in society.   Theoretical Framework: Many studies have been carried out regarding permissiveness from various points of view. However, there have not been many studies that specifically explore information related to social pressure as one of the causes of permissive teenage dating behavior.   Method: This research uses a quantitative methodology, with linear regression model estimation and correlation analysis, using primary data obtained through questionnaires given to high school students in Medan City, Indonesia.   Results and Discussion: The results of the study show that there is a strong relationship between social pressure and the permissiveness of adolescent dating behavior. This is proven by the correlation coefficient between the two variables, which is 0.698. Apart from that, social pressure has a positive influence on the permissiveness of teenagers' dating behavior.   Research Implications: This research aims to prove the relationship and influence of social pressure on the permissiveness of adolescent dating behavior. The analysis carried out in this research was not only carried out mathematically but was also linked to theories that have been discussed in previous literature.   Originality/Value: This research contributes to the literature by analyzing one of the factors that influence the permissiveness of adolescent behavior. The relevance and value of this research are proven by the testing of the assumption that social pressure is one of the factors causing permissive teenage dating behavior.