The Role of Patience in Coping Mental Problems

A Quranic Perspective

Bibliographic Data

ID19512113
AuthorsShinta Nuriya Idatul Alfain (Universitas Islam Negeri Maulana Malik Ibrahim), Achmad Khudori Soleh (0000-0002-5145-6046, Universitas Islam Negeri Maulana Malik Ibrahim), Muhammad Rafi Yamani
Year2023
Volume34
Issue2
Pages195-212
Publication date2023-07-31
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueTribakti Jurnal Pemikiran Keislaman (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 1411-9919 • E-ISSN: 2502-3047
PublisherInstitut Agama Islam Tribakti Kediri (PUBLISHER)
DOI10.33367/tribakti.v34i2.3633
OpenAlexW4386192629
LanguageEN
Citations received4
References cited5

Mental health issues have become a growing concern in today's fast-paced and challenging world. In the quest for effective coping strategies, researchers and professionals are increasingly turning to ancient wisdom and religious scriptures for insights. This article explores the role of patience, as emphasized in the Quran, in addressing mental problems and promoting emotional well-being. The study delves into the Quranic verses and teachings that emphasize patience as a virtue and its potential impact on mental health. Drawing from the rich Islamic tradition, the article examines the concept of "Sabr" (patience) and its multifaceted dimensions, including perseverance, endurance, and emotional resilience. Furthermore, it explores how these qualities can be cultivated and practiced in dealing with various mental health challenges. The method used in this research is a content analysis with data in the form of verses from the Qurâ€TMan, and some researches related to patience. The findings of this study contribute to the growing body of literature on the intersection of spirituality and mental health, showcasing how religious teachings can offer a unique and valuable perspective on coping with mental problems. Moreover, it underscores the significance of embracing patience as a holistic approach to foster emotional well-being and promote resilience in the face of life's challenges, as emphasized in the Quranic teachings. The results of this study are 1) the word patient in the Qurâ€TMan is described more than a hundred times which generally explains that patience means self-restraint, emotion, and surviving in difficult conditions; 2) mental problems that are often experienced by people are anxiety, stress, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, and behavioral disorders; 3) patience can be one of the treatments for mental disorders through self-control, self-acceptance, and resilience. The article concludes with implications for future research and clinical practice in the realm of mental health, emphasizing the need for a more comprehensive and culturally sensitive approach to address mental health issues in diverse populations

Alternative medicine · Mental health · Patience · Psychotherapist · Spirituality · Education and Islamic Studies · Islamic Studies and Radicalism · Medicine · Mental Health and Well-being · Psychology · Social Psychology

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