STRESS MANAGEMENT FROM AN ISLAMIC PERSPECTIVE: A CONTENT ANALYSIS OF RECENT LITERATURE
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https://doi.org/10.55197/qjssh.v5i2.356Keywords:
stress management, Islamic perspective, Islamic psychology, coping mechanismAbstract
Stress management involves recognising and utilising efficient coping strategies to minimise the adverse effects of stress on a person's general health. Since stress is an unavoidable aspect of life that can affect a person’s physical and mental health, Islam offers several stress management practices to assist individuals in coping with stress. The objective of this study is to refine stress management from an Islamic perspective. This study utilised a methodical approach in content analysis to analyse and retrieve pertinent data from different sources. This study presents findings and examines their significance within the context of Islamic teachings and contemporary concerns. The significant points of the Islamic perspective regarding stress management are, namely: (a) wholehearted prayer; (b) gratitude and acceptance; (c) consistent and mindful self-care; (d) responsible and supportive social connections; (e) resisting anger and patience; (f) sincere and earnest fasting; and (g) reflection and remembrance hymns. Conclusively, stress management from an Islamic viewpoint is a diverse field of research that includes many methods for handling stress.
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