Year: 2026
Type: article
Abstract: Penelitian ini mengkaji fenomena toxic productivity di kalangan mahasiswa Pendidikan IPS Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia (UPI) tahun 2022 dan dampaknya terhadap hasil belajar. Toxic productivity didefinisikan sebagai pola kerja berlebihan yang mengabaikan kebutuhan dasar seperti istirahat. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah pendekatan kualitatif dengan wawancara mendalam terhadap 10 mahasiswa. Hasil menunjukkan 80% mahasiswa mengalami toxic productivity, seperti perasaan tertekan, kecemasan, burnout, serta penurunan motivasi dan kinerja akademik. Faktor pemicunya meliputi tuntutan akademik tinggi, persaingan antar mahasiswa, dan pengaruh media sosial. Sebagian mahasiswa menganggap toxic productivity justru memberi dorongan untuk bekerja lebih keras. Solusi yang disarankan di antaranya membangun kesadaran diri, memprioritaskan kesejahteraan, dukungan lingkungan akademik, serta perubahan budaya menuju keseimbangan produktivitas dan kesehatan. Penelitian ini menyoroti pentingnya mengatasi toxic productivity agar lingkungan akademis lebih sehat dan mendukung perkembangan optimal mahasiswa. This research examines the phenomenon of toxic productivity among students of the Social Science Education Program at the Indonesian University of Education (UPI) in 2022 and its impact on learning outcomes. Toxic productivity is defined as an excessive work pattern that neglects basic needs such as rest. The research method used was a qualitative approach with in-depth interviews with 10 students. The results showed that 80% of students experienced toxic productivity, such as feelings of stress, anxiety, burnout, and decreased motivation and academic performance. The triggering factors included high academic demands, competition among students, and the influence of social media. Some students considered toxic productivity to be a driving force to work harder. The suggested solutions include building self-awareness, prioritizing well-being, academic environmental support, and a cultural shift toward a balance between productivity and health. This research highlights the importance of overcoming toxic productivity so that the academic environment is healthier and supports optimal student development.
Institution: Indonesia University of Education
Language: Indonesian
Topic: Student Stress and Coping
Subfield: Developmental and Educational Psychology
Field: Psychology
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W7225012065