Taizé Meditation as an Intervention to Reduce Anxiety in First-Year Nursing Students
Mestiana Br. Karo, Tince Maria Hati Ndruru
Interest : Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan June 26, 2025 DOI: 10.37341/interest.v14i1.704 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Pre-experimental study with one-group pre-test and post-test Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Sample size | 33 |
| Population | Individuals from a population of 99, selected via purposive sampling |
| Intervention | Taizé meditation |
| Topics | Anxiety Meditation |
| Key findings | Taizé meditation significantly reduced anxiety scores from 3.73 to 1.76. |
Abstract
Background: Taizé meditation is a form of meditative worship that fosters inner peace through repetitive chants and musical prayers. This practice is particularly beneficial for individuals experiencing anxiety. Anxiety itself is characterized by distressing and uncomfortable emotions that can disrupt a person's sense of equilibrium, manifesting as tension, restlessness, fear, nervousness, sweating, and related symptoms. The objective of this study is to examine the impact of Taizé meditation on anxiety levels.
Methods: This study utilized a pre-experimental design with a one-group pre-test and post-test approach. The population consisted of 99 individuals, and 33 participants were selected through purposive sampling. The instrument used was the Depression Anxiety Stress Scales (DASS)-42, specifically the 14-item anxiety subscale. Data were analyzed using the Paired T-Test.
Results: The average anxiety score prior to Taizé meditation was 3.73, which decreased to 1.76 after the intervention. Statistical analysis using the Paired T-test revealed a p-value of <0.001 (p < 0.05), indicating a significant difference.
Conclusion: These findings suggest that Taizé meditation has a significant effect on reducing anxiety levels. Students are encouraged to practice Taizé meditation independently as a strategy to manage anxiety.
Comparable studies
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