Field Details Journal Title : Psikis : Jurnal Psikologi Islami Initial : Psikis Accreditation : SINTA 2 by The Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology Frequency : 2 Issues per year (June and December) DOI prefix 10.19109 by Crossref ISSN : 2549-6468 online / 2502-728X Print Collaboration : Islamic Psychology Association (API) HIMPSI Institution : UIN Raden Fatah Palembang Citation Analysis : Google Scholar | DOAJ | DIMENSION | Other Psikis : Jurnal Psikologi Islami is a scientific journal published by Faculty of Psychology of State Islamic University (UIN) Raden Fatah Palembang. The papers to be published in Journal of Islamic Psychology is a kind of article of research (quantitative or qualitative research approach), literature study or original ideas that are considered to contribute to the development of general psychology and Islamic Psychology especially with the theme of integration of Psychology and Islamic either by individual or by groups.
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Husnuzhan-based Islamic positive psychology training to foster happiness among new santriwati
This study examined the preliminary psychological impact of Husnuzhan-Based Islamic Positive Psychology Training on happiness among new female students (santriwati) at Darul Hijrah Islamic Boarding School, South Kalimantan. Grounded in the Islamic concept of husnuzhan—maintaining positive assumptions toward Allah, oneself, and others—the training was designed to support emotional regulation and positive cognitive–spiritual appraisal during the early adaptation period in a pesantren environment. Using a pilot quasi-experimental design with a one-group pretest–posttest approach, 17 new santriwati were purposively selected from 107 students who completed the PERMA-Profiler Scale, based on relatively lower happiness scores as well as their availability and willingness to participate. The intervention consisted of four sessions incorporating psychoeducation, reflective exercises, relaxation techniques, and Islamic positive self-talk practices. Quantitative data were analyzed using a paired-samples t-test, while qualitative data from reflective worksheets and interviews were examined through content analysis. The results indicated a strong correlation between pre-test and post-test scores (r = 0.826, p < 0.001), but the increase in happiness scores was not statistically significant, t(16) = 0.81, p = 0.43, with a small effect size (Cohen’s d = 0.20). Qualitative findings revealed early psycho-spiritual changes, including increased emotional calmness, gratitude, optimism, and greater trust in Allah when interpreting daily challenges. Overall, the findings suggested that Husnuzhan-Based Islamic Positive Psychology Training is feasible as a foundational psycho-spiritual intervention for new santriwati, supporting emotional stabilization, adaptive religious coping, and spiritual character formation, although further studies with larger samples and longitudinal designs are needed to examine its long-term effectiveness.
Copyright (c) 2025 Mahdia Fadhila, Yulia Hairina, Dhiza Aliffia https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Grit and student adjustment in Islamic boarding schools: Peer support as moderator
Previous research has addressed the relationship between grit and student adjustment. However, the understanding of the influence of internal factors on adjustment capacity remains limited. Therefore, this study aimed to analyze whether peer support can moderate the relationship between grit and student adjustment. This study used a correlational quantitative approach. This study used multiple regression with Moderated Regression Analysis (MRA) using JASP 18.3.0. The research sample was 314 students at the Islamic boarding school in Malang, Indonesia. The study's results showed a significant influence of grit on school adjustment, with a p-value of 0.001. Meanwhile, the results of the moderation analysis showed that the peer support significantly moderated the relationship between grit and student adjustment. The value of the negative interaction coefficient indicated that as peer support increases, the relationship between grit and student adjustment actually decreased. The implications of this study suggested that grit plays a significant role in student adjustment in Islamic boarding schools, but this effect weakens as peer support increases, acting as a negative moderator. This research emphasizes the need for a balanced coaching strategy that focuses on strengthening grit and managing peer support to help students adjust optimally.
Copyright (c) 2025 Dr. Muallifah, S. Psi., M.A, Qomi Akit Jauhari, M. Pd, Serly Amria, S. Psi, Ilhamuddin, S. Psi., M.A https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
The moderating role of gender in the relationship between religiosity, social support and academic stress among mahasantri in Yogyakarta
This study aims to examine the relationship between religiosity and social support with academic stress among mahasantri in Yogyakarta. Mahasantri are university students who reside in Islamic boarding schools and undertake dual responsibilities in both academic activities at the university and religious activities at the pesantren. The research involved 206 active mahasantri and the instruments used in this study included the Perception of Academic Stress Scale (PASS), the Centrality of Religiosity Scale (CRS-15), and the Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS). Regression analysis results indicated a negative relationship between religiosity and academic stress (ρ < .001). The correlation analysis showed a negative relationship between religiosity and academic stress (ρ < .001), as well as between social support and academic stress (ρ = .010). Religiosity and social support contributed significantly to the reduction of academic stress among mahasantri in Yogyakarta (ρ <.001), with a total contribution of 7.96%. These findings demonstrated that the higher the levels of religiosity and social support possessed by mahasantri, the lower their levels of academic stress. The moderated regression analysis showed that gender did not significantly moderate the relationships between religiosity and academic stress, nor between social support and academic stress (ρ > .050). These findings indicated that the effects of religiosity and social support on academic stress are consistent across both male and female mahasantri.The results implied that strengthening religiosity and social support can serve as protective factors against academic stress, thereby universities and pesantren have to provide supportive and faith-based programs for mahasantri.
Copyright (c) 2025 Regita Nisa Novandrila, Qurotul Uyun https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Islamic college students’ gratitude model: The role of social support in mediating spiritual well-being
Islamic college students are individuals who simultaneously study at a university and an Islamic boarding school (pesantren), thus facing complex academic, social, and religious pressures. This study tested a gratitude model by examining the role of social support in gratitude through the mediation of spiritual well-being. A total of 233 Islamic college students from various Islamic boarding schools in Indonesia participated through an online survey using a purposive sampling technique. Structural Equation Modeling (AMOS 26) analysis showed that social support had a positive effect on spiritual well-being (β = 0.314; p < 0.001), but did not have a direct effect on gratitude (β = –0.010; p = 0.815). In contrast, spiritual well-being had a strong influence on gratitude (β = 0.713; p < 0.001) and fully mediated the relationship between the two (β = 0.224; p < 0.001), with a marginal model fit (χ²/df = 2.98; RMSEA = 0.094). These results indicated that gratitude is not formed directly from social support, but instead through spiritual well-being, which transforms external influences into inner well-being and grateful behavior. These findings extended the broaden-and-build theory (Fredrickson, 2004) from an Islamic psychology perspective and provide a practical basis for developing spiritual interventions to strengthen the psychological resilience of Islamic college students.
Social Support, Spiritual Well-being, Gratitude, Islamic College Student, Positive psychology
Copyright (c) 2025 Abi Syamsudin Tamami, Fina Hidayati, Fathul Lubabin Nuqul https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
The role of spirituality in pre-competition mental readiness among student-athletes
Mental readiness is an essential psychological component that enables athletes to manage pressure and perform optimally in competitive situations. For student-athletes, these demands become more complex due to the dual responsibilities of academics and sports. Spirituality is believed to serve as an important psychological resource that helps reduce anxiety, regulate emotions and strengthen confidence before competition. This study aimed to explore how spiritual values shape student-athletes’ mental readiness and how they balance spiritual practices with academic and training demands. Using a qualitative descriptive design, data were collected through semi-structured interviews with nine student-athletes from various sports disciplines and analyzed using thematic analysis. The findings revealed four major themes: spiritual practice, inner peace, the meaning of competition and time management. Spirituality was found to function not only as religious worship but also as a psychological mechanism that supports emotional regulation, meaning-making and readiness to face competition. These results highlighted the importance of integrating spirituality into psychological training programs for student-athletes. It is recommended that future studies focus on developing and evaluating structured, spirituality-based interventions within varied athletic settings
Copyright (c) 2025 Anisa Arief, Amin Akbar https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Islamic psychological approach to strengthen parenting resilience in mothers with postpartum baby blues in indonesia: A bibliometric analysis
This study examines the incorporation of Islamic psychological ideas to enhance parenting resilience for Indonesian moms facing postpartum baby blues. This research utilized a bibliometric analysis of Scopus-indexed literature from 2014 to 2025 to systematically delineate the intellectual structure, thematic progression, and research horizons at the convergence of Islamic psychology, maternal resilience, and postpartum mental health. The research revealed 119 pertinent articles, examined using the Bibliometrix R package (v4.1) and VOSviewer (v1.6.20) for co-citation, keyword co-occurrence, and temporal trend visualization. Results indicated an increasing academic transition from individual-focused treatment methodologies to spiritually informed and culturally contextualized resilience frameworks. Islamic psychological ideas, especially tazkiyatun nafs (purification of the soul), serve as a theoretical basis connecting emotional management, cognitive restructuring, and social support systems. Spiritual activities including dhikr, sabr, syukr, and tawakkul have been demonstrated to augment maternal coping, diminish physiological stress indicators (cortisol), and boost oxytocin-mediated bonding. Moreover, familial concepts highlighting sakinah (tranquility), mawaddah (affection), and rahmah (compassion) bolster collective resilience and societal cohesion. The results of the bibliometric analysis indicated publication trends, collaborative networks, and thematic clusters related to Islamic psychology and postpartum mental health. Rather than demonstrating the clinical capacity of Islamic psychology or evaluating therapeutic outcomes, the findings primarily mapped the development of the field—showing which themes dominate. This study advances the decolonization of psychological knowledge by providing a culturally relevant framework that incorporates faith, emotion, and adaptive functioning, facilitating future evidence-based applications in clinical and community contexts.
Copyright (c) 2025 Shinta Shinta, Anniez Rachmawati Musslifah, Dhian Riskiana Putri, Husain Azhar https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Developing the Islamic scale of wisdom – general version (ISW-GV)
The lack of a culturally grounded instrument to assess wisdom (ḥikmah) in general Muslim populations necessitates the development of a contextually relevant scale. This study introduces the Islamic Scale of Wisdom – General Version (ISW-GV), constructed from Ibn Miskawaih’s conceptualization of ḥikmah as a balanced cognitive-reflective virtue, addressing the limitations of Western-based wisdom measurements that tend to emphasize cognitive and experiential aspects while overlooking the moral and virtuous dimensions central to Islamic thought. Research was conducted across 857 respondents through Exploratory and Confirmatory Factor Analysis, and correlational tests. Results supported a stable four-factor structure (problem solving, learning, reflecting, and understanding) with satisfactory model fit indices. Convergent evidence was confirmed through positive correlations with HS, ISW-AV, and 3D-WS, while discriminant evidence was demonstrated via weak associations with GPA and social desirability. Criterion-related analysis showed that wisdom correlated positively with subjective happiness among adult workers but not among students, suggesting developmental variation in the function of ḥikmah. These outcomes support ISW-GV as a valid and context-sensitive instrument for capturing wisdom across everyday settings. However, response patterns indicate that the current bipolar item format (1-2-3-2-1) may blur distinctions between ḥikmah, rashness, and stupidity. Future refinements using rank-order Situational Judgment Test formats may enhance its assesment precision in mapping ethical reasoning across value orientations.
Copyright (c) 2025 Ahmad Rusdi, Fani Eka Nurtjahjo, Nyda Afsari, Ira Mayang Sari, Resha Karina Puteri, Anis Syifa Nuraini, Audi Vidya Putri Amirza https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Mitigating anxiety among indonesian students: The moderating role of islamic religiosity in social support effects
Anxiety is a common mental health issue among university students, which significantly affects their academic performance and well-being. While social support is widely recognized as a protective factor against anxiety, its effectiveness may vary depending on individual psychological factors such as religiosity. This study aims to examine the moderating role of Islamic religiosity in the relationship between social support and anxiety among Indonesian university students. By investigating the interaction, the research seeks to provide insights into faith-based coping mechanisms that may enhance students’ psychological resilience. A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 523 university students in Indonesia using purposive sampling. Data were collected through an online questionnaire measuring anxiety (DASS-42), Islamic religiosity (MUDRAS), and social support (MSPSS). Moderation analysis was performed using Moderated Regression Analysis (MRA) Model 1. The findings indicated that both social support (Z = -3.09, p = .002) and Islamic religiosity are significantly associated with lower anxiety levels (Z = -3.52, p < .001). Furthermore, Islamic religiosity moderated the relationship between social support and anxiety, suggesting that students with higher religiosity experience greater psychological benefits from social support (Z = -2.39, p = .017). These results highlighted the importance of integrating religious and social support into student mental health programs. Universities should consider implementing faith-based support systems to enhance students' psychological resilience and well-being, particularly in religiously oriented communities
Copyright (c) 2025 Fuad Nashori, Raden Rahchmy Diana, Rahmat Aziz, Winda Sri Harianti, Alfian Fajar Budi Nugroho https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Pet attachment, spiritual well-being, and stress in muslims: A mediation model
Stress is a common challenge faced by Muslim university students, particularly in navigating academic, social, and developmental pressures. To mitigate these burdens, students seek emotional support from companion animals, such as cats. This study examined whether spiritual well-being mediates the relationship between pet attachment and perceived stress among Muslim university students who are cat owners, recruited through convenience sampling at the Zoom Vet Team Animal Clinic to ensure methodological transparency. A quantitative approach was used with 188 respondents completing the Lexington Attachment to Pets Scale (LAPS), the Spiritual Well-Being Scale, and the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS). Mediation analysis (PROCESS Model 4) revealed that pet attachment was significantly associated with lower perceived stress (total effect: B = –0.18, p < .001). Pet attachment also significantly predicted higher spiritual well-being (B = 0.52, p < .001), which in turn predicted lower stress levels (B = –0.22, p < .001). The indirect effect was significant (ab = –0.11, 95% CI [–0.17, –0.06]), indicating partial mediation, while the direct effect remained significant but reduced (B = –0.07, p = .041). These findings demonstrate that pet attachment functions as both a psychological and spiritual coping resource, reducing stress directly and indirectly through enhanced spiritual well-being. The study highlights the importance of incorporating spiritual dimensions into stress and coping models for Muslim populations and supports the development of culturally sensitive mental health interventions that recognize human–animal bonds as potential protective factors.
Copyright (c) 2025 Nisa Hermawati, Nur’aini Azizah, Rifa Shaumi Noviani https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Stress and Emotional Eating among Fasting Muslims during Ramadan: Examining the Role of Life Satisfaction as a Moderating Variable
Ramadan is a blessed time for observant muslims. However, two changes can be clearly observed during Ramadan: stress due to changes in daily activities, and the most obvious is emotional eating during breaking the fast. This study aims to identify the role of life satisfaction as a moderating variable in the influence of stress on emotional eating in fasting Muslims. The quantitative research design chosen was a survey-based study with self-reported responses involving 431 adult Muslims fasting in various regions in Indonesia. The instruments used included the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS), the Emotional Eater Questionnaire (EEQ), and the Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS). Analysis using Moderated Regression Analysis showed a βinteraction = .012, t = 2.072, p = .038 < .05, indicating that life satisfaction moderates the influence of stress on emotional eating. These findings emphasize the importance of life satisfaction as an effective strategy to reduce stress and emotional eating in Muslims during fasting. Implication of this study is that life satisfaction, as a positive psychology variable, may serve as protective factor against the adverse effects of stress in a religious context like Ramadan.
Copyright (c) 2025 Najla Fauziyyah Alma Nabilah, Yonathan Natanael https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
The relationship between social adaptation, academic stress, and homesickness in Islamic boarding schools: Moderating effects of prior separation experience and family attachment
This study contributes to the state of the art by addressing the scarcity of empirical research on homesickness within the unique context of Islamic boarding schools (pesantren), which differ substantially from Western residential education settings commonly examined in the literature. While previous studies have explored homesickness, social adaptation, and academic stress in general boarding or international student populations, this research advances the field by integrating these constructs with family attachment and prior separation experiences as moderators. Data were obtained from pesantren students in Yogyakarta region utilizing a cross-sectional survey approach and analyzed through Structural Equation Modeling with Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS). The research utilized five validated tools to assess social adaptation, academic stress, homesickness, prior separation experiences, and familial attachment. The model accounted for 65.8% of the variance in homesickness levels. Social adaptation markedly diminished homesickness (β = -0.241, p < 0.001), whereas academic stress exacerbated it (β = 0.326, p < 0.001). Family attachment was identified as the most significant predictor of homesickness (β = 0.487, p < 0.001), suggesting that stronger familial connections paradoxically heighten feelings of homesickness. Previous separation experience acted as a protective factor (β = -0.198, p < 0.001) and attenuated the association between academic stress and homesickness. The findings indicate that homesickness in pesantren is a complex issue necessitating specialized intervention programs that take into account adolescents' attachment styles and prior separation experiences to improve psychological well-being and adaptive outcomes.
Copyright (c) 2025 Magfira Ramadani, Halim Purnomo, Nur Inayah Amaliyah Akbar https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Toxic leadership and quiet quitting in muslim workplaces: The moderating role of monetary rewards
Quiet quitting presents a growing challenge in the healthcare sector, adversely affecting both employee performance and overall organizational outcomes. From an Islamic perspective, quiet quitting can be understood as a manifestation of the erosion of niyyah (intentionality) and ikhlāṣ (sincerity) in one’s professional duties. This study examined the influence of toxic leadership on quiet quitting among muslim healthcare professionals, with a particular focus on the mediating role of monetary incentives. Data were collected from 104 full-time muslim staff members employed in hospitals and healthcare training institutions in Palembang City through a targeted online survey. The analysis was conducted using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM). The results indicated that toxic leadership has a significant negative effect on perceptions of monetary rewards (β = -0.316) and a positive effect on quiet quitting behavior (β = 0.292). Moreover, monetary rewards showed a strong relationship with quiet quitting outcomes (β = 0.669). The indirect effect of toxic leadership on quiet quitting through monetary rewards (β = -0.212) suggested that toxic leadership diminishes the motivational value of compensation, thereby increasing disengagement. Collectively, toxic leadership and monetary rewards explained 41% of the variance in quiet quitting. These findings highlighted the need for healthcare organizations to implement leadership development programs and establish transparent, fair reward systems. Integrating ethical principles particularly those rooted in Islamic values of justice (ʿadl), trust (amānah), and sincerity (ikhlāṣ) can help address leadership deficiencies and foster a workplace environment that promotes commitment, cooperation, and excellence.
Copyright (c) 2025 Baharudin Baharudin, Budiman Budiman, Muhammad Iqbal Aziz, Sri Hartati https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Gender as a moderator in the relationship between interest in learning religion and religious discipline toward pesantren regulations
This study aimed to analyze the relationship between religious learning interest and religious discipline of Islamic boarding school students in obeying Islamic boarding school regulations, by including gender as a moderator variable. A total of 127 Islamic boarding school students were selected through cluster random sampling technique. Data collection was conducted using two psychological instruments. Religious learning interest was measured using the Attitudes Toward Religion Scale (Wang et al., 2019) which consists of 10 items with two factors, namely Interest and Position, and has a Cronbach's alpha reliability between 0.75 and 0.85. Religious discipline was measured using the Measure of Islamic Religiousness (Raiya et al., 2018) which consists of 60 items on seven subscales covering three dimensions, with a Cronbach's alpha value above 0.70 indicating strong internal consistency. Moderated Regression Analysis (MRA) showed that interest in religious learning significantly influenced religious discipline (β = 0.68, p < 0.001), and gender moderated the relationship (ΔR² = 0.04, p < 0.05). The effect of this relationship was stronger for female students, indicating that they tend to have higher levels of religious discipline when their interest in religious learning is also high. MANOVA results confirmed a significant effect on seven discipline subscales, especially on prayer discipline and participation in Islamic boarding school activities (p < 0.001). These findings implied that pesantren-based educational strategies should consider gender-responsive approaches to foster religious discipline, particularly by enhancing learning interest through tailored pedagogical and mentoring methods.
Copyright (c) 2025 Yulia Fitriani, Amilda, Wina Diana Sari https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Mindfulness and Islamic parenting for adolescent mental health: A literature review
Adolescent mental health is a critical component of overall well-being and a key determinant of healthy development into adulthood. This period is marked by increased vulnerability to psychological stressors, particularly those arising from peer group dynamics. Parenting plays a pivotal role in shaping adolescent resilience and emotional regulation, especially when approached through mindful practices. Integrating mindfulness with Islamic values offers a holistic and culturally grounded parenting strategy that not only addresses emotional needs but also fosters spiritual and moral development. This study presents a literature review that systematically analyzed 11 journal articles and conference proceedings collected through the PICOT framework (Population, Intervention, Comparison, Outcome, Time) by accessing Google Scholar and the Garuda portal. The thematic synthesis revealed three main findings: (1) mindfulness contributes to improved emotional regulation and resilience among adolescents, (2) Islamic parenting values provide moral and spiritual grounding that strengthens coping strategies, and (3) the integration of mindfulness and Islamic parenting remains underexplored, particularly in relation to peer group dynamics in the digital era. These findings highlighted the potential of combining psychological mindfulness techniques with Islamic ethical values to promote emotional stability, self-regulation, and resilience among adolescents, while also underscoring the need for further empirical research to address gaps in the existing literature.
Copyright (c) 2025 Leni Armayati, Iredho Fani Reza, Yanwar Arief, Maulin Annisa, Icha Herawati https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Psychosocial interventions based on Islamic spirituality for the mental health of landslide survivors
The landslide disaster that occurred in January 2025 in Batang Regency, Central Java, had multidimensional impacts, encompassing physical, social, and psychological losses. Initial assessments indicated that many survivors experienced difficulty sleeping, anxiety, profound sadness, and loss of motivation, indicating post-disaster mental health disorders. If left untreated, these conditions can reduce the quality of life and hinder the psychosocial recovery process of affected communities. This study aimed to improve the mental health of landslide survivors through psychosocial interventions based on Islamic spirituality. A concurrent embedded approach method was used. There were five participants in the study, selected through purposive sampling. The intervention was administered in groups for five sessions. Before and after the intervention sessions, researchers conducted pre- and post-tests using Brief Mental Health Inventory (BMHI-12) which were analyzed using the Wilcoxon signed-rank test statistical technique. Data from interviews and observations were analyzed qualitatively. The results of the Wilcoxon signed-rank test showed a value of 0.043 < 0.05, where the significant value < 0.05 means that providing psychosocial interventions based on Islamic spirituality effective in improving mental health of the five research participants. Psychosocial interventions based on Islamic spirituality significantly help participants in expressing feelings, managing emotions, constructing meaning from disasters, and strengthening social relationships, so that they can be an applicable model in the context of Islamic psychology and psychosocial disaster response.
Copyright (c) 2025 Cintami Farmawati, Nadhifatuz Zulfa https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Psychological Support of Sayyidah Khadijah (Ra) in The Early Reception of Revelatio
Psychological support in a marriage between husband and wife is an essential factor that determines the sustainability and quality of the relationship. It is both a responsibility and a blessing from Allah SWT. The relationship between the Prophet Muhammad SAW and Sayyidah Khadijah (RA) exemplifies psychological support within the household. Sayyidah Khadijah (RA)'s presence provided the emotional stability that the Prophet Muhammad SAW needed, particularly during the early period when he received revelations from Allah through the Angel Jibril in the Cave of Hira. The Prophet Muhammad SAW received the revelation with the support of Sayyidah Khadijah (RA), despite not having prepared himself for the role of the Messenger of Allah SWT who would profoundly transform humanity. This study employs a descriptive qualitative method, aiming to explore in depth the psychological support offered by Sayyidah Khadijah RA to the Prophet Muhammad SAW during the initial phase of revelation. The data were collected through a literature review of historical texts, narrations (riwayat), and relevant Quranic exegeses (tafsir). The study concludes that the psychological support provided by Sayyidah Khadijah RA was multidimensional — it offered encouragement, emotional protection, and strengthened the Prophet’s belief in his divine mission. Their relationship illustrates that psychological support is a vital element in nurturing purpose and determination, ultimately contributing to monumental achievements in the history of religion.
Copyright (c) 2025 Windy Ernaeny, Ahmad Musyafiq, Aptaarkhan Aurell Is Haqu
An Islamic Spiritual Response to the Psychological Effects of Loneliness, Academic Stress, and Bullying on Students in Islamic Boarding Schools (Pesantren)
Bullying, loneliness, and academic stress are pressing psychological challenges frequently encountered by students in pesantren settings. This study aimed to investigate the complex interplay between loneliness, academic stress, and bullying among pesantren students, with particular attention to the implications for Islamic spiritual interventions. Employing a correlational research design, the study involved a sample of the students of Islamic boarding schools in Indonesia, drawn through a multistage random sampling technique from a population of 500 pesantren students. Data were gathered using validated and reliable instruments to assess levels of bullying, loneliness, and academic stress. To investigate the associations among the variables, correlation and regression analyses were employed. The results indicated statistically significant positive associations between loneliness and bullying, as well as between academic stress and bullying behavior, indicating that students who are bullied are more likely to experience loneliness and heightened academic stress. These results underscore the importance of addressing these interconnected psychological issues through holistic approaches. The study highlights the potential of Islamic spiritual responses, such as Islamic counseling and spiritual mindfulness practices, in mitigating the negative psychological effects of bullying, loneliness, and academic stress among students.
Copyright (c) 2025 Hengki Yandri, Dosi Juliawati, Anabelie V. Valdez, Yuzarion Yuzarion, Rasmita Rasmita, Daflaini Daflaini, Yatti Fidya
Islamic Concept of Mindfulness: Examining Its Application in Schools as a Tool for Spiritual and Emotional Learning
This research examines the implementation of the Islamic concept of mindfulness as an approach to spiritual and emotional learning in schools. The study is grounded in the growing academic, social, and emotional pressures faced by students, which significantly impact their mental well-being. The aim of this research is to explore how Sufi practices such as muraqabah and dzikr can be applied in the educational settings to enhance the students’ mental and spiritual balance. A case study method was employed, involving participatory observation, in-depth interviews, and questionnaires with teachers and students at schools that implement Islamic mindfulness activities. The findings revealed that the practice of morning dhikr and reflective worship enhances inner peace, reduces anxiety, improves concentration during learning, and fosters positive social relationships among students. In conclusion, Islamic mindfulness not only offers psychological benefits but also cultivates profound spiritual balance. The findings suggest that integrating Islamic mindfulness into school environments can be an effective strategy for shaping students' character—encouraging patience, trust in God, and gratitude—while supporting a harmonious and productive learning atmosphere.
Copyright (c) 2025 Tutik Khoirunisa, M.Pd, Fitriani Fitriani, Shenta mandela, Nailul Himmi, Yunita Miftahul Jannah
The meaning of ta’awun in boarding school life: An interpretative phenomenological perspective
This study addressed the limited number of in-depth investigations into the lived meaning of ta’awun among students in Islamic boarding schools, despite its crucial role in shaping their social and spiritual character. Using a qualitative phenomenological approach, this research explored how students experience and interpret ta’awun in their daily dormitory life. Six students, who had lived for two to five years in a Muhammadiyah boarding school in Banyumas, Central Java, participated in semi-structured interviews lasting 45–60 minutes. Data were analysed ideographically and subsequently synthesized across cases using Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA). The findings revealed complementary interpretations of ta’awun, as emotional regulation through empathy, as worship that fosters sincerity and inner calm, as mediation in conflict resolution, and as a means of strengthening ukhuwah and social inclusivity. The cross-case synthesis illustrated ta’awun as an evolving spiritual–emotional process, beginning with worship that cultivates sincerity, followed by emotional regulation facilitating relational mediation, leading to social inclusion and ukhuwah, and ultimately culminating in social harmony and inner tranquillity. Overall, ta’awun is not merely an act of helping but a continuous process that fosters emotional balance and restores social relationships within the dormitory context. Islamic values, collective awareness, and group identity serve as the foundation sustaining consistent prosocial behavior. This study deepened the phenomenological understanding of ta’awun as a form of lived spirituality that integrates faith, emotional regulation, and communal restoration. Future studies are encouraged to examine other educational contexts to expand its transferability and relevance for character education grounded in Islamic values
Copyright (c) 2025 Tri Na'imah, Nabilla Feylisha Azzahra, Devi Jati Septyningtyas, Fitriah M Suud, Kartini Radjabulan Tahir https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Factors Influencing Teachers' Turnover Intention in Private Schools and Islamic Private School: A Systematic Literature Review
This systematic literature review aimed to synthesize existing research on factors influencing teacher turnover intentions in private schools, focusing on the cultural and religious contexts that distinguish them from public schools. This systematic review used the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) criteria. A total of 510 studies were identified from five significant databases, namely Scopus, Web of Science, Science Direct, ProQuest, and Sage Journal, with 10 articles meeting the inclusion criteria. The Covidence tool was used for the screening and data extraction process. The results of this review revealed five main themes that significantly influence teachers' turnover intention in private schools: (1) individual and psychological factors, (2) contextual and organizational factors, (3) leadership and managerial factors, (4) socio-cultural and religious factors, and (5) external and socio-economic factors. By understanding these factors, this study aimed to provide evidence-based insights to assist policymakers, school managers, and stakeholders in developing strategies to improve teacher retention in private schools. Ultimately, the results of this study was expected to contribute to improving educational outcomes and the overall sustainability of Private schools
Copyright (c) 2025 Syilma Aulia Syapira, Nono Hery yoenanto, Muhamad Uyun, Nur Ainy Fardana
Does Parental Burnout Occur in Single Mother? Understanding Parental Burnout among Muslim Single Mother
Parental burnout is a condition of intense fatigue related to the role of being a parent, which impacts caregiving and increases the risk of maltreatment and child neglect. Previous research has shown that parenting stress is influenced by culture and religious beliefs. Therefore, this study aimed to explore parental burnout among Muslim single mothers. The study involved three participants, who were recruited through an open advertisement. The research used a qualitative approach with a phenomenological method. The results of the study revealed that all three participants experienced parental burnout in the form of exhaustion from their role as parents due to the dual burden of being both a mother and the primary breadwinner. The aspects of parental burnout they experienced were emotional exhaustion, a sense of contrast with their previous self, and a feeling of being fed up. However, emotional detachment was not found in any of the three participants. This study showed that single mothers experienced emotional exhaustion caused by their dual roles as caregivers and breadwinners. This condition affected their perspective on ideal parenting and lead to feelings of being fed up.
Copyright (c) 2024 Diana Putri Arini, Anselmus Agung Pramudito, Irene Prilia Bevi Utomo
Demographic Perspectives and Status Quo Behavior toward Change in Universities: A Review of Industrial Psychology and Islamic Studies
Dynamic change has occurred not only in business and governmental organizations but also in higher education. The implications are not merely practical but can also be studied psychologically. This study aimed to examine the impact of status quo behavior on change resistance in private higher education, including observing the role of lecturer demographics, namely gender and lecturing tenure, in the context of status quo and change resistance intensity. Data were collected from 100 lecturers using questionnaires. Hypotheses were tested by employing descriptive statistics, simple linear regression, and Kruskal-Wallis tests. The descriptive test results indicated that lecturers' status quo behavior was relatively moderate with a low level of change resistance. The regression test results proved the positive and significant impact of status quo on the intensity of change resistance. The Kruskal-Wallis test showed no significant difference in status quo behavior and change resistance intensity between male and female lecturers. Meanwhile, in Islamic perspective, positive change is considered the main key to achieving significant progress, improvement, and innovation. Lecturing tenure shows a significant difference in change resistance intensity, even though it is not significantly different in terms of status quo behavior.
Copyright (c) 2024 Fikri Fikri, Ahmad Hidayat, Afred Suci, Shalawati Fi Raudah
The Development and Validation of Ḥusn Al-Ẓann Scale (HZS-7)
Currently, there are not many robust ḥusn al-ẓann instruments available for use with Muslim communities in Indonesia. Although instruments like the 24-item Ḥusn al-ẓann Scale (HZS-24) and the Islamic Positive Thinking Scale (IPTS) exist for measuring ḥusn al-ẓann, they still have psychometric limitations. This study aimed to develop a scale with improved validity, utilizing multiple validation methods, namely the 7-item Ḥusn al-ẓann Scale (HZS-7). A sample of 522 Muslim young adults who were Indonesian citizens participated in the study. The study found that the HZS-7 is a multidimensional instrument, covering two dimensions: ḥusn al-ẓann toward Allah SWT (HZS-A) and others (HZS-O), the factors showed a model fit. The HZS-7 was found to predict on the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale (RSES) and the Unconditional Self-Acceptance Questionnaire (USAQ), these results supported nomological validity. Additionally, HZS-7 correlated positively with Positive Thinking (PT) and negatively with Negative Thinking (NT). Almost all the items of HZS-7 showed a weak correlation with social desirability. Overall, The HZS-7 has an acceptable reliability (ω = .713). Future studies could enhance the nomological model, examine convergent validity with more complex outcomes, and further investigate the instrument’s quality
Copyright (c) 2024 Ahmad Rusdi, Rafi Damri
The Role of Religious Wisdom in Shaping Academic Culture among Indonesian University Students: A Descriptive Study with MANOVA Analysis
Technological advancements are reshaping various social and educational dimensions, significantly influencing Islamic values and religious wisdom—particularly in areas related to mental health and personality within academic behavior. This study aimed to explore how religious wisdom informs students’ attitudes, ethics, and behavioral patterns in academic settings. Using a convenience sampling method, data were collected from 1,010 university students across West Sumatra, West Java, and Gorontalo between 2023 and 2024. A quantitative, exploratory approach was adopted, utilizing descriptive statistics and MANOVA analysis to examine the variables. Findings revealed that a majority of students demonstrated limited awareness and application of Islamic values in language and behavioral ethics. Specifically, 73% exhibited negative social behavior and communication patterns, while only 1.58% recognized the importance of religious wisdom and Islamic values. Furthermore, 4.95% reported self-protection through those values, 5.94% showed awareness of negative social tendencies, and 8.11% expressed willingness to adjust their behavior. MANOVA results indicated that students' perception of religion significantly influenced attitudes and ethical conduct (F = 28.237, p < 0.01). Gender differences were also significant across perception (F = 20.323, p = 0.02), attitude (F = 21.235, p < 0.01), and behavioral ethics (F = 19.356, p < 0.01). These findings underscore the crucial role of religious wisdom as a value that today’s university students must cultivate.
Copyright (c) 2025 Alfaiz Alfaiz, Muthahharah Thahir, Ryan Hidayat Rafiola, Tiara Anggraeni, Aulia Asyifani Putri, Putri Apriliyanti, Asitah Nurul Inayah, Muhammad Khafiyyan Elsyad, Iredho Fani Reza, Augusto Da Costa
Enhancing Quality of Muslim Worship Practice: the Role of Religiosity and Spirituality to Mindfulness during Prayer (Khusyu’)
Prayers performed without khusyu' are often just a routine of movements and recitations without deep meaning. In fact, khusyu' is the main indicator of the quality of prayer that has not been widely studied quantitatively. This study aimed to investigate the influence of religiosity and spirituality on the level of khusyu' in prayer. Using a quantitative approach with a cross-sectional design, 220 Indonesian Muslim university students were respondents through online scale completion. Data were analyzed using multiple regression. The results showed that simultaneously, religiosity and spirituality have a significant effect on khusyu'. Religiosity in this article is defined as a concept that describes beliefs, attachments, habits, and a sense of belonging to a particular religious teaching, whereas spirituality refers to the concept of human connection with supernatural entities, such as the belief in God in a religion. However, partially, only religiosity has a significant effect, while spirituality does not show a significant effect on khusyu'. This finding indicates that the quality of khusyu' prayer is more closely related to internalized religious attitudes, ritually and cognitively, than to spirituality alone. The implication of this result shows the importance of cultivating religiosity in improving the quality of worship, especially prayer. Further research is recommended to explore other factors, such as understanding the meaning of prayer recitations and situational conditions during worship that may contribute to the achievement of khusyu'.
Copyright (c) 2025 Muhammad Fakhruddin Al-Razi, Fuad Nashori
Asmaul Husna-based Hypnotherapyto Reduce Anxiety, Stress, and Depression in New College Student
Adolescence is a very important developmental period marked by significant physical, emotional, and cognitive changes, which can lead to increased susceptibility to stress, anxiety, and depression. This study aims to test the effectiveness of Asmaul Husna Hypnotherapy in reducing anxiety, stress, and depression in new students. Asmaul Husna, the 99 names of Allah, has long been known to have spiritual and psychological benefits in the Islamic tradition. One method of hypnotherapy is the Islamic hypnotherapy method. A branch of psychology known as Islamic hypnotherapy studies how suggestion can help overcome problems of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors related to Islamic values. This study used a quantitative experimental method using a control group design without treatment, involving dependent pretest and posttest samples for data collection. This study consisted of four variables, namely Asmaul Husna Hypnotherapy, depression, anxiety, and stress. The main benefit of this study is to provide a potential therapeutic alternative for individuals experiencing psychological disorders, such as depression, anxiety, and stress. The main data source in this study was the results of a questionnaire distributed to students. Data analysis was performed using an independent paired t-test. The results showed a significant decrease in the level of depression, anxiety, and stress (p <0.001) after intervention using Asmaul Husna. Husna Hypnotherapy was conducted on new students of Universitas X Yogyakarta with an average age of 19 years who initially had levels of depression, anxiety and stress in the moderate to high category, based on examinations conducted using the DASS scale (depression, anxiety scale)
Copyright (c) 2025 Zahro Varisna Rohmadani, Tri Winarsih
Al-Qur’an-Based Justice Scale: Construction and Psychometric Properties
The research was derived from the unavailability of a justice measuring instrument, according to the Qur'an, that has been made by previous researchers. Based on the phenomenon, the purpose of this research was to construct a justice measuring instrument in accordance with Qur'anic principles. The subjects in this research were 748 students of UIN Sunan Gunung Djati Bandung. Based on the results of the research, it is known that the definition of justice according to the Qur'an is to give something to each person per their rights; treat each individual absolute impartiality and equally, without discrimination, and uphold the balance between rights and obligations indiscriminately; and balance the achievements obtained with their needs and uses. Based on the results of the explanatory factor analysis and confirmatory factor analysis tests, it is known that justice as specified in the Qur'an consists of three dimensions with 11 indicators.
Copyright (c) 2025 Tahrir Tahrir, Asep Saepudin Malik, Tasya Augustiya
Religious Fundamentalism: Constructs and Measurement for Indonesian Muslims
Religious fundamentalism constitutes an attitudinal and behavioral approach to religious adherence underpinned by an intratextual cognitive framework, which prioritizes the literal interpretation and comprehension of sacred texts. This principle-oriented cognitive paradigm is not contingent upon meaning but rather on process, where in the text itself dictates the methodology of its own reading and interpretation. Consequently, this approach negates dialogical engagement, reducing the dichotomy to either adherence to textual truth or its rejection, thereby fostering epistemic closure to alternative sources of truth construction. While prior studies have sought to quantify religious fundamentalism in Indonesia through diverse constructs and instruments, none have explicitly centered on the intratextual cognitive dimension, raising critical questions regarding the development of a robust measurement framework grounded in this paradigm. Employing confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) and Rasch model analysis with a sample of 323 respondents, this study addresses this gap. The CFA results demonstrated that the proposed construct of religious fundamentalism, comprising six dimensions (divine, inerrant, authoritative, self-interpretive, privileged, and unchanging) and operationalized through 12 items, yielded a model with satisfactory fit indices, wherein 9 items exhibited validity and 3 were invalid. Concurrently, Rasch model analysis confirms that all items conform to the model’s expectations, effectively measuring intratextual paradigm-based fundamentalism. Notably, certain items exhibited high difficulty indices, attributable to respondent ambivalence when engaging with contentious statements. These findings present a validated instrument for evaluating religious fundamentalism through an intratextual approach, specifically adapted to the socioreligious framework of Indonesian Muslim communities. Consequently, this tool is capable of capturing the manifestations of religious fundamentalism in Indonesia with an empirical foundation, thereby enabling a more precise understanding and analysis of religious dynamics within Indonesian society
Copyright (c) 2025 Yuminah Yuminah, Zulkifli Zulkifli, Muhamad Fahri, Rena Latifa, Neng Sri Nuraeni
Bullying in Pesantren (Islamic Boarding School): A Systematic Review of Its Psychological Effects, Influencing Factors, and Intervention Strategies
Pesantren or Islamic boarding school is an educational institution that prioritizes teaching Islamic moral values. However, cases of bullying among santris (students) are common in these schools, and there is a need for conducting a systematic literature review to help pesantren overcome cases of bullying among santris. This study used a systematic review approach following PRISMA protocols to qualitatively synthesize studies on bullying among santris. The databases used in this study included Google Scholar, Scopus, JSTOR, ScienceDirect, Springer Link, and Sage Journals, with 21 studies included in the final analysis. These studies used qualitative or quantitative designs with participants ranging from 5 to 556. It focused on studies relevant to the topic, based on empirical data, with accessible full texts, covering broad aspects of bullying, published in reputable journals, providing sufficient information, with a theoretical background, using relevant research methods, and showing consistency between theoretical foundation and analytical outcomes. Studies were excluded if they do not meet the inclusion criteria. The results showed that bullying harms the psychology of santri. Influencing factors include environmental factors (e.g. peers, teachers, parents, digital media, and non-physical environment) and personal factors (i.e. personal attributes and personal social-contextual). Prevention and intervention strategies have targeted both the internal (person-focused) and external (environment-focused) influences of bullying; however, in terms of intervention strategies tend to be limited to targeting internal influences. This review has several weaknesses: it focuses only on bullying without considering related constructs such as harassment, exclusion of grey literature, and is limited to pesantren.
Copyright (c) 2025 Ahmad Kholiqul Khoir, Farida Kurniawati
The Effect of Islamic Value-Based Parenting and Peer Relationships on Adolescents' Prosocial Behavior in the Digital Era
Rapid technological developments have pushed adolescents towards individualism and eroded their concern for the environment, thus emphasizing the importance of parenting patterns based on Islamic values ​​to form a caring and responsible prosocial character. This study aimed to examine the effect of parenting based on Islamic values and peer relationships on adolescent prosocial behavior in the digital era. The sampling technique used was purposive non-probability sampling. 476 high school level students in Jakarta became research respondents. Data were collected using the Prosocial Tendencies Measure (PTM), an Islamic-based parenting scale, and a peer relationship scale. Data analysis was performed using multiple regression. The results of the study showed that parenting style based on Islamic values and peer relationships significantly influenced prosocial behavior (R2=. 016, p<.001). The dimensions of parenting that significantly influenced prosocial behavior are the parent-child relationship (R=-.381, p<.050) and the dimensions of moral values (R=-.178, p<.050). The significant peer relationship dimension was insightfulness (R=.438, p<.010). These findings enriched the theoretical framework on Islamic value-based parenting and peer relationships in shaping prosocial behaviour, while encouraging educational institutions and parents to implement Islamic parenting programs that focus on parent-child relationships and internalization of moral values ​​as well as peer mentoring training to improve adolescent prosocial behaviour.
Copyright (c) 2025 Layyinah Layyinah, Neneng Tati Sumiati, Sri Hidayati, Syadza Syadza, Gusty Syaiim Framita