Exploring Parental Burnout in Indonesian Context: Adaptation, Comparison, and Implications

Abstract

Parental burnout is a prevalent issue impacting caregivers globally, yet its examination within the Indonesian cultural context remains limited. This study addresses this gap through two interrelated investigations. The first study aimed to adapt and validate the Parental Burnout Assessment (PBA) in Bahasa Indonesia, while the second study sought to compare parental burnout levels between fathers and mothers. In Study 1, a sample of 262 participants was selected via convenience sampling. Content and construct validity of the adapted PBA were rigorously assessed, alongside reliability estimations using Cronbach's alpha. In Study 2, 178 respondents, including 86 fathers and 88 mothers, participated in a comparative analysis. Statistical techniques such as t-tests were employed to examine differences in parental burnout levels between genders. Study 1 revealed that the adapted PBA demonstrated robust psychometric properties, with high validity and reliability, establishing its suitability for assessing parental burnout in the Indonesian context. Study 2 uncovered significant disparities in parental burnout between fathers and mothers, with mothers reporting higher levels of burnout compared to fathers. These findings underscore the importance of recognizing and addressing parental burnout in Indonesia. Interventions tailored to support parental well-being should consider gender-specific challenges and cultural nuances. Future research should explore additional factors contributing to parental burnout and evaluate the effectiveness of targeted interventions.