Free Association and the Morals Crisis of Teens: The Urgency of Islamic Religious Education as A Preventive Solution

Muhammad Yusuf; Muhammad Aulia Zaqi; Kanda Maulana; Muhamad Yahya

Authors

Muhammad Yusuf Universitas Islam Negeri Mahmud Yunus Batusangkar Author
Muhammad Aulia Zaqi Universitas Islam Negeri Mahmud Yunus Batusangkar Author
Kanda Maulana Universitas Islam Negeri Mahmud Yunus Batusangkar Author
Muhamad Yahya Universitas Islam Negeri Mahmud Yunus Batusangkar Author

Keywords:

Adolescents, Character Education, Free Association, Islamic Values, Moral Crisis

Abstract

The phenomenon of promiscuity among adolescents is a serious problem that has resulted in a moral crisis and moral degradation. This article aims to analyze the forms of promiscuity, its causes, and examine the urgency of Islamic Religious Education as a preventative solution to address it. This research uses a qualitative approach with a literature review method, sourced from books, scientific articles, and relevant research findings. The results indicate that promiscuity is influenced by internal factors such as weak self-control and religious understanding, as well as external factors such as the social environment, digital media, and lack of family supervision. The resulting impacts are not only social but also detrimental to the spiritual and psychological aspects of adolescents. In this regard, Islamic Religious Education plays a strategic role through the internalization of moral values, strengthening faith, and character formation based on Islamic teachings. The implementation of contextual, integrative, and sustainable Islamic Religious Education has proven to be a preventive measure in protecting adolescents from deviant behavior. Therefore, synergy between families, schools, and communities is needed to optimize the function of Islamic Religious Education as a moral bulwark for the younger generation.

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