ANALYZING THE IMPACT OF RELIGIOSITY ON PSYCHOLOGICAL WELL-BEING IN STUDENTS COMPLETING THEIR THESES

Abstract

This research examines the influence of religiosity on psychological well-being among students who are in the process of completing their thesis. Employing a quantitative methodology, data were obtained through the distribution of structured questionnaire surveys to a total of 306 students residing in Surabaya. Both the level of religiosity and the degree of psychological well-being were systematically measured to explore how these variables interact during the often stressful thesis writing period. The analysis utilized multiple linear regression techniques with the aid of SPSS software to ensure robust and reliable statistical results. Findings from this study indicate a clear, significant, and positive correlation between higher religiosity and improved psychological well-being. Students who demonstrate stronger religious adherence tend to show greater psychological resilience and emotional stability when facing academic pressures and deadlines. These insights emphasize the potential for religious beliefs and practices to serve as important sources of support for maintaining mental health, particularly during the heightened stress of academic pursuits involving thesis completion.