Religiosity and Social Support as Determinants of Death Anxiety Among the Elderly

Kekuatan Keagamaan dan Dukungan Sosial sebagai Faktor Penentu Kecemasan Kematian di Kalangan Lansia

Authors

  • Izzul Haq Program Studi Psikologi, Universitas Muhammadiyah Sidoarjo, Indonesia
  • Lely Mariyati Fakultas Psikologi dan Ilmu Pendidikan Universitas Muhammadiyah Sidoarjo https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1646-0004

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21070/ijis.v13i1.1792

Keywords:

Religiosity, Social Support, Death Anxiety, Elderly, Psychology

Abstract

Background: Death anxiety is a psychological challenge frequently experienced by the elderly, often associated with feelings of helplessness and fear. Specific Background: Religiosity and social support are considered key protective factors that may reduce such anxiety. Knowledge Gap: Few studies have analyzed the combined role of religiosity and social support on death anxiety in elderly populations living in communal facilities. Aim: This study aims to examine the simultaneous and partial roles of religiosity and social support in reducing death anxiety among the elderly. Results: Multiple regression analysis on 100 respondents showed that religiosity and social support jointly explained 27.2% of the variance in death anxiety. Social support contributed the largest effective portion (14.8%), followed by religiosity (12.3%). Novelty: The study highlights the significance of combining religious engagement with social support interventions to address psychological distress in elderly groups. Implications: The findings suggest the need for integrated spiritual and social programs to promote emotional well-being and prepare the elderly for end-of-life acceptance.

Highlights :

  • Religiosity and social support reduce death anxiety

  • Social support contributes more than religiosity

  • Practical implications for elderly care programs

Keyword: Religiosity, Social Support, Death Anxiety, Elderly, Psychology

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