Community Service Journal of Indonesia
Vol. 7 No. 2 (2025): Community Service Journal of Indonesia

POSITIVE DISTRACTION AS A MEDIUM FOR MENTAL HEALTH REFRESHMENT FOR HOUSEWIVES IN SIDOARJO

Nastiti, Ratna Andriani (Unknown)
Hasya, Astrini Hadina (Unknown)
Musa, Hammam Bara Abu (Unknown)
Destiara, Cindi Cahya (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
24 Dec 2025

Abstract

Mental health has become a prominent concern, particularly in the post-pandemic era. The aftermath of last year's lockdowns and the widespread adoption of work-from-home practices have led to increased feelings of monotony during indoor activities. This phenomenon is also evident among housewives, particularly within the Merpati Kehutanan Sidoarjo Housing Complex, where the repetitive nature of household chores can significantly impact quality of life. In response, community service initiatives introduced positive distraction activities aimed at revitalizing the mental well-being of housewives. These activities were based on the therapeutic benefits of art, specifically the collage technique. The program was strategically aligned with the routine activities of the housing complex, particularly the reuse of discarded cardboard. A total of 17 female participants actively engaged in the activity, ensuring its smooth implementation. The evaluation results indicated that artistic engagement serves as an effective form of mental therapy, contributing to psychological well-being and providing a refreshing experience for the participants. 

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Journal Info

Abbrev

csji

Publisher

Subject

Health Professions Medicine & Pharmacology Nursing Public Health

Description

Community Service Journal of Indonesia (e-ISSN 2684-7884) is a journal that results from the implementation of community service in the fields of health, nursing, medicine, psychology, and public health which is published every 6 months. The scope of this journal is articles related to community ...