The Effectiveness of Mediation through Problem Solving in the Case of Infidelity Perspective Analysis on Islamic Family Law
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https://doi.org/10.25217/jm.v10i2.7005Keywords:
Islamic Family Law Infidelity, Mediation, Mediator Effectiveness, Problem SolvingAbstract
Infidelity is one of the dominant causes of divorce that causes deep emotional wounds and cannot be resolved through a formal legal approach alone. Although mediation is mandatory in divorce cases, the practice in the Religious Court is still formalistic and lacks a focus on the psychological problems of the parties, thus creating a research gap regarding the effectiveness of substantive mediation. The purpose is to analyze the extent to which the problem solving approach can increase the effectiveness of infidelity case mediation and assess its conformity with the principle of islah in Islamic family law. The research uses normative-legal research through statute approach and conceptual approach, by examining PERMA No. 1/2016, the Marriage Law, KHI, mediation theory, conflict theory, ishlah concept, and Religious Court decisions. The findings suggest that problem solving is effective in uncovering emotional needs, easing conflict escalation, and facilitating reflective dialogue that is not achieved in procedural mediation, while also being in line with the values of ishlah that emphasizes relationship restoration and family well-being. This article recommends strengthening the mediation model based on conflict psychology and sharia values through the integration of problem solving modules in the guidelines for religious justice mediation.
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