Use of Mindfulness-Based Intervention in Reducing Test Anxiety among Students in Tertiary Institutions
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2026
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Journal of Islamic Education Thought and Development
Abstract
Test anxiety remains a significant psychological challenge among
students in tertiary institutions, often interfering with academic
performance, concentration, and emotional well-being. This study
examined the effectiveness of a mindfulness-based intervention in
reducing test anxiety among undergraduate students. A quasiexperimental pretest–posttest control group design was employed. Eighty
students with moderate to high levels of test anxiety were selected
through screening and randomly assigned to an experimental group (n =
40) and a control group (n = 40). The experimental group participated in
an eight-week mindfulness-based intervention adapted from the
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) model, while the control
group continued with regular academic activities. Data were collected
using the Test Anxiety Inventory and analyzed using descriptive
statistics, paired samples t-tests, independent samples t-tests, and
analysis of covariance (ANCOVA). Findings revealed a statistically
significant reduction in test anxiety among students who participated in
the mindfulness program compared to those in the control group (p <
0.05). The intervention demonstrated a large effect size, indicating
substantial practical impact. The results suggest that mindfulness-based
interventions can effectively enhance emotional regulation and reduce
anxiety in evaluative academic settings. The study concludes that
integrating structured mindfulness programs into tertiary education may
serve as a valuable preventive and supportive strategy for addressing test
anxiety and promoting student well-being.
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Kadiri, H., Yunus, S. A., Sulaiman, S., & *Yusuf, B. T.*(2026)Use of Mindfulness-Based Intervention in Reducing Test Anxiety among Students in Tertiary Institutions; Journal of Islamic Education Thought and Development