Journal of Psychological Insight
Vol. 2 No. 2 (2026): July-December

Music Listening as a Coping Strategy for Academic Organizational Stress in Students’ Lived Experiences

Wahyu Nugroho (Universitas Islam Negeri Walisongo, Indonesia)
Dinda Aimi Adzani (3Universitas Al-Azhar Kairo, Egypt)
Ardelia Nabi Hermayana (Universitas Al-Azhar Kairo, Egypt)



Article Info

Publish Date
11 Mar 2026

Abstract

Students frequently experience psychological pressure due to the combination of academic demands and organizational responsibilities in university life. This study aims to explore how music listening functions as a coping strategy for managing academic and organizational stress in students’ lived experiences. The research employed a qualitative case study approach involving five undergraduate students who were actively engaged in both academic activities and campus organizations. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, observations, and documentation, then analyzed using data condensation, data display, and conclusion verification techniques. The findings reveal three main patterns: music listening reduces perceived academic and organizational stress, supports emotional regulation and sustained focus during demanding tasks, and helps maintain productivity in academic activities. The novelty of this study lies in its phenomenological exploration of music listening as an everyday coping practice embedded in students’ academic routines. These findings highlight the importance of recognizing simple self-regulation strategies that support students’ psychological well-being and academic sustainability.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jpi

Publisher

Subject

Arts Humanities Neuroscience Social Sciences

Description

Journal of Psychological Insight is a peer-reviewed journal dedicated to advancing the field of psychology by publishing high quality research and theoretical papers. The journal aims to provide researchers, practitioners, and scholars with a platform to disseminate innovative and insightful ...