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IMPLEMENTATION OF GOOD AND STRONG CULTURE FOR ISLAMIC MINDFULNESS THERAPY AS AN ALTERNATIVE TO OVERCOMING ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION

Fadhilah Aini, Nurul Husna, Mutia Hidayati

Journal of Emerging Technology in Teaching and Learning March 10, 2026 DOI: 10.26877/jettle.v2i1.2905 (opens in new tab)

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Characteristics Qualitative phenomenological study Peer reviewed
Population Young Muslims who are digitally active and regularly participate in religious activities in the Daarut Tauhiid Bandung environment
Topics Anxiety Meditation Depression
Keywords Psychological intervention Mental health Interpretative phenomenological analysis Depression economics Clinical psychology Psychotherapist Qualitative research Islamic culture Indonesian Phenomenological method
Key findings Integrating BAKU culture into Islamic mindfulness therapy improves resilience, psychological well-being, and emotional management skills among young Muslims.

Abstract

This study aims to explore the effectiveness of implementing BAKU (Good and Strong) culture in Islamic mindfulness therapy as an alternative treatment for anxiety and depression among young Muslims, particularly in the Daarut Tauhiid Bandung environment. The background of this study is based on the high prevalence of mental health disorders, such as anxiety and depression, among Indonesian adolescents, which are exacerbated by the pressures of the digital era and the lack of interventions based on religious and cultural values. The method used is a qualitative phenomenological approach, involving young Muslims who are digitally active and regularly participate in religious activities. Data were collected through in-depth interviews using semi-structured guidelines, then analyzed thematically. The results show that the integration of BAKU culture in Islamic mindfulness practices can improve resilience, psychological well-being, and emotional management skills of young people. This approach is considered more relevant and acceptable because it aligns with the spiritual and cultural values adopted. This study recommends the development of mental health programs based on Islamic mindfulness and local culture as an effective preventive and curative solution for young Muslims in the digital era.

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