The Impact of Dhikr on Mental Clarity And Stress Reduction In Final-Year Grade Student

Final-year students often experience high academic pressure, such as completing their thesis, meeting graduation requirements, and preparing for the job market. This pressure can affect their mental clarity and overall well-being. This study employed a quantitative method with a one-group pretest-posttest experimental design to examine the effectiveness of dhikr therapy in reducing stress and enhancing mental clarity. A total of 25 final-year students participated in the dhikr intervention, and the data were analyzed using the Wilcoxon Signed-Rank Test. The results showed a significant reduction in stress levels after the intervention (p = 0.001). Dhikr acts as both a spiritual practice and a relaxation technique that fosters inner peace and emotional regulation. Therefore, dhikr is proven to be an effective non-pharmacological psycho-spiritual intervention to support students’ mental health during academic transitions.