The Effectiveness of Murottal Al-Qur’an on Anxiety Levels in Cancer Patients : Literature Review
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Murottal Quran, Cancer Patient, Anxiety, Undergoing ChemotheraphyAbstract
Anxiety management constitutes a component of independent nursing interventions aimed at alleviating psychological distress in patients. Qur’anic recitation therapy (murottal) has demonstrated beneficial effects on listeners’ emotional well-being. This study aims to evaluate the effects of Murottal Al-Qur’an Therapy on anxiety in cancer patients, particularly those undergoing chemotherapy treatment. The research method utilized a secondary data analysis approach through a literature review. The researcher an accessible Google Scholar databased. Keywords used in the search included “Murottal Quran,” “Cancer Patient,” “Anxiety,” and “Undergoing Chemotherapy.”The conclusion of this study confirm Murottal therapy, involving the recitation of the Qur’an, not only provides temporary psychological calm but also strengthens the patient’s spiritual dimension
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