Issue of Moral Degradation Among Muslim Adolescents in Malaysia: Issues, Challenges and Suggested Solutions

Young people are the most important asset in determining the progress of a country. Therefore, they need to be polished and shaped with the best mold to produce an ideal and quality model in the future. Even so, the involvement of teenagers with things that undermine their morals such as free sex is becoming more prevalent and increasing day by day. This statement is not an empty throw to intimidate any party alone, in fact, it is supported by research evidence that has been made by various parties before. This study aims to identify the causes of the problem of moral decay among Muslim adolescents in Malaysia and some proposed solutions to reduce this issue. This study has used a qualitative approach through document analysis method and interview method with several selected transit centers in Malaysia, namely Rumah Generasiku Sayang, Sekolah Tunas Bakti Marang, and Taman Seri Puteri Kuching. Study respondents consisted of government and non-government shelter advisors, medical social work officers, religious advisors, shelter advisers, school principals school supervisors, and study participants consisting of shelter students themselves. For qualitative analysis, these interviews were translated verbatim. The study found that there are several main causes that cause Muslim adolescents in Malaysia to be stuck with this issue such as lack of religious education, troubled families, low educational values, widespread technology, and peer influence discussed in detail in this study. It is hoped that all parties play an important role in curbing this problem so that such cases can be reduced.