Pengalaman Siswa Introvert dan Ekstrovert dalam Menjalin Pertemanan di SMAN 1 Kediri

Abstract

Friendship plays an important role in students' social and emotional development at 
school. However, students with different personality types experience friendship 
differently. This study aimed to explore the friendship experiences of introverted and 
extroverted students at SMAN 1 Kediri. This research employed a qualitative approach 
with a phenomenological design. Four students participated in the study, consisting of 
two introverted students and two extroverted students. Data were collected through in
depth interviews, observations, and documentation. The data were analyzed using 
Creswell's phenomenological analysis procedures. The findings showed that 
extroverted students tended to initiate social interactions more easily, possessed 
broader friendship networks, adapted more quickly to new environments, and 
expressed their feelings openly. In contrast, introverted students were more selective 
in choosing friends, preferred meaningful relationships, required more time to adapt, 
and were more cautious in expressing emotions. Despite these differences, both 
personality types considered friendship an important source of support and comfort in 
school life.