Perceived Effectiveness of Punitive Disciplines and Positive Behavioural Adjustment Measures for Adolescent Rebellions of Secondary School Students

The study aims to explore the stakeholders' perspectives on punitive disciplinary forms and positive behavioral adjustment measures for adolescent rebellions of secondary school students. The mixed-method research involves the participation of 351 people, including 93 teachers, 72 parents and 186 students from secondary schools in Vietnam. Questionnaires, and interviews are the primary research instruments for data collection. The results indicate that the application of positive measures is more supported by students and tends to change behavior more positively. Student learning motivation is enhanced with different behavioral adjustment measures. Although there are differences in assessment, students, teachers and parents all highly appreciate the effectiveness of this method. Additionally, barriers to implementing measures to prevent "rebellious" behavior of students were found to include: Cultural barriers; low awareness of students; achievement pressure from families and schools; the downside of the technology explosion. Some recommendations were also proposed for students, families, schools and society to overcome the challenges of adolescent rebellion.