Ibadah Shalat dan Implikasinya dalam Penanganan Gangguan Psikologis: Tinjauan Literatur
Dewi Sulastri, Khairunnas Rajab
ANWARUL April 15, 2026 DOI: 10.58578/anwarul.v6i2.9525 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Systematic review Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Population | Muslim populations in several countries, as reported in the reviewed empirical studies |
| Interventions | Shalat psychotherapy Shalat-based interventions |
| Key findings | The authors conclude that shalat-based interventions are consistently reported to reduce symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder, major depression, post-traumatic stress, and addiction among Muslim populations, and that the khusyu' (mindfulness) dimension correlates with symptom reduction. They propose that shalat works psychophysiologically by lowering sympathetic activity, raising serotonin and endorphin levels, and eliciting a relaxation response, and argue it should be integrated into mental health practice. |
Abstract
Although spiritual approaches in addressing psychological disorders have received increasing attention, studies that comprehensively discuss the theoretical foundations, psychological mechanisms, implementation procedures, and effectiveness of shalat psychotherapy remain limited. This article aims to systematically examine shalat psychotherapy as an integrative therapeutic approach that combines the spiritual dimension of shalat worship with the principles of clinical psychology in addressing various psychological disorders. This study employed a systematic literature review method by tracing sources from the Google Scholar, PubMed, DOAJ, and Garuda databases based on relevant keywords, with coverage of empirical studies during the 2015–2025 period. The review results show that shalat, psychophysiologically, has the potential to reduce sympathetic nervous system activity, increase serotonin and endorphin levels, and stimulate a relaxation response through rhythmic movements and repeated recitations. The mindfulness dimension in shalat, namely khusyu', has also been shown to have a significant correlation with reductions in symptoms of anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress. In addition, preparation for shalat, which includes thaharah, intention, and qibla orientation, collectively forms psychological readiness that supports the therapeutic process. Various studies among Muslim populations in several countries show that shalat-based interventions are consistently effective in reducing symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder, major depression, post-traumatic stress, and addiction. These findings contribute to strengthening contemporary Islamic psychology studies by affirming that shalat is not merely a religious ritual, but a psychotherapeutic modality rich in therapeutic value and with the potential to be integrated into mental health practice.