Proceeding ISETH (International Summit on Science, Technology, and Humanity)
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The Influence of Praying and Surrendering to God on The Level of Test Anxiety in Students

Hidayatulloh, Ahmad (Unknown)
Hakim, Siti Nurina (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
05 Feb 2026

Abstract

The phenomenon of exam anxiety in students is a serious problem that can have an impact on academic performance. This study was designed to empirically examine the effect of praying and surrendering on students' anxiety in facing exams. This research method uses a descriptive quantitative approach. The research hypothesis is that there is an influence between prayer and surrender on the level of exam anxiety in students. The population of this study was UMS Psychology students amounting to 319 people, with a sample of 80 students taken using purposive sampling technique. Data collection using test anxiety scale, prayer scale, and surrender scale. Using multiple linear regression analysis, results showed a significance value of 0.000 (p<0.01) and R² = 0.324, which means that praying and surrendering simultaneously have a very significant influence on exam anxiety in students with a contribution of 32.4%. Praying and surrendering with sincerity are closely related to psychological health, so it can reduce anxiety.

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iseth

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Computer Science & IT Engineering Medicine & Pharmacology Social Sciences Other

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The International Summit on Science, Technology and Humanity (ISETH) is organised by Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta. This summit aims to provide a platform for researchers and academics to share their research findings with others and meet lecturers and researchers from other institutions and to ...