IMPLEMENTATION OF GOOD AND STRONG CULTURE FOR ISLAMIC MINDFULNESS THERAPY AS AN ALTERNATIVE TO OVERCOMING ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION
Journal of Emerging Technology in Teaching and Learning March 10, 2026 Fadhilah Aini, Nurul Husna, Mutia Hidayati
Integrating BAKU (Good and Strong) culture into Islamic mindfulness therapy helps young Muslims in the Daarut Tauhiid Bandung environment better manage anxiety and depression. The qualitative phenomenological study involved digitally active young Muslims who regularly participate in religious activities. Thematic analysis of in-depth interviews showed that this culturally aligned approach improves resilience, psychological well-being, and emotional management skills. Because the therapy matches participants' spiritual and cultural values, it is more relevant and acceptable than standard interventions. The authors recommend developing mental health programs that combine Islamic mindfulness with local culture as both a preventive and curative solution for young Muslims in the digital era.