Psychoeducation on the Role ff Remembrance (Zikir) and Prayer (Sholat) in Islamic Psychotherapy to Alleviate Stress

Abstract

This study aims to provide information on how students can cope with stress through the practice of dhikr (remembrance of Allah) and prayer (shalat). The method employed is persuasive, utilizing an approach characterized by wise and meaningful calls and invitations, without any elements of coercion. The population targeted for psychoeducational activities includes students from various disciplines, including mathematics, agribusiness, and psychology. The educational sample consists of 6 respondents, with a breakdown of 3 students from the mathematics department, 2 from psychology, and 1 from agribusiness. The psychoeducational session took place on December 17, 2023. The results of the psychoeducation reveal that dhikr and prayer play a significant role in alleviating stress and anxiety among students. This conclusion highlights the effectiveness of a psychoeducational program based on religious values, particularly emphasizing the practices of dhikr and prayer, in supporting the psychological well-being of students.