Islamic Counseling Service Management In Preventing Early Adult Gadget Addiction

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the management of Islamic counseling services in preventing gadget addiction in young adults. The phenomenon of excessive gadget use in the 18–25 age range is increasing and has negative impacts on social life, worship, academic concentration, and mental health. The study used a qualitative descriptive-phenomenological method with observation, interview, and documentation techniques at a higher education institution that provides Islamic counseling services. The results show that Islamic counseling services have a clear organizational structure, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and a special program for preventing gadget addiction. Service management is carried out through the stages of planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating. Effective strategies found include tazkiyatun nafs (self-control), mujahadah an-nafs (self-control), Islamic cognitive therapy, spiritual guidance, and internalization of tauhid (monotheism) and moral values. The success of the service is determined by the counselor's competence, leadership support, adequate facilities, and client motivation. Overall, this study confirms that professionally managed Islamic counseling can be a comprehensive approach to preventing gadget addiction in young adults.