International Journal of Health Sciences
Vol. 3 No. 4 (2025): IJHS : International Journal of Health Sciences

The Effectiveness of Spiritual Therapy in Improving Mental Peace in Schizophrenia Patients

Ariyanti, Sri (Unknown)
Arfah, Andi (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Oct 2025

Abstract

Background: Schizophrenia is a chronic mental disorder that causes disorganized thoughts, emotions, and behavior. Patients often experience anxiety, tension, and a loss of inner peace. Pharmacological therapy alone is often insufficient to restore mental balance. Spiritual therapy is a complementary approach that focuses on peace of mind, sincerity, and an enhanced relationship with God. Objective: This study aims to determine the effectiveness of spiritual therapy in increasing mental peace in schizophrenia patients. Method: The research design uses quasi experiment with a pretest-posttest design control group the design. The sample consisted of 40 schizophrenia patients divided into an intervention group (spiritual therapy) and a control group (routine care). Mental well-being was measured using the Spiritual Well-Being Scale. Scale (SWBS) before and after treatment. Data analysis using Paired t- test and Independent t- test. Results: The results showed a significant increase in mental well-being scores in the intervention group after receiving spiritual therapy (p = 0.001), while the control group showed no significant change (p = 0.243). Comparison between groups showed a significant difference (p = 0.002). Conclusion: Spiritual therapy is effective in increasing the mental peace of schizophrenia patients and can be used as a complementary therapy in psychiatric nursing care.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

IJHS

Publisher

Subject

Dentistry Health Professions Medicine & Pharmacology Nursing Public Health

Description

International Journal of Health Sciences (IJHS) is an international peer-reviewed journal published by the Association of Teachers and Lecturers throughout Indonesia. This Journal of Health Sciences is open access and aims to share and promote the quality of community services by applying science ...