Teacher's stress is a concern in education worldwide. In Indonesia, treatment rates are low due to the stigma and limited availability of mental care service. Mindfulness appears to be a promising intervention for addressing mental health problems and its effectiveness has been thoroughly-documented. However, there is also a growing prominence to developing mindfulness approach that is not only effective, but also religiously resonant with the Muslim population. The aim of this study was to determine the feasibility and effectiveness of implementing mindfulness-based intervention with an integrated Islamic psycho-spiritual element among Indonesian teachers. Methods: We developed a MindCARE (Mindfulness for Compassion and Relieve Stress) that aligned with Islamic virtues. 14 teachers who have mild to high stress level as assessed with the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS) is participated in the study. A single group pre-test and post-test quasi-experiment design was used to examine the effectiveness. The intervention’s feasibility was determined from qualitative feedbacks, retention rates, and worksheet completion. Secondary outcomes include assessment of participants psychological well-being and mindfulness using Indonesian Well-Being Scale (IWS) and Five Facet Mindfulness Questionnaire (FFMQ). The findings showed that there were statistically significant differences in participants perceived stress and psychological well-being in the post-test. Retention rate was reportedly high (87,5%). Qualitative feedback revealed that participants perceived this program as highly beneficial, particularly in relation to stress response patterns that were previously avoided. The results from the feasibility study will further guide the protocol of a future randomized controlled trial (RCT) of MindCARE program.

Authors:
Ega Asnatasia Maharani, International Islamic University Malaysia, Malaysia
Jamilah Hanum Abdul Khaiyom, International Islamic University Malaysia, Malaysia

About the Presenter(s)
Ega Asnatasia Maharani,lecturer in Early Childhood Education
(ECE) Department. She is also Head of ECE
Laboratory and specializes in working with children and family. General interest: mindfulness-approach, developmental Psychology.

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