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The Power of Faith: Health Belief Model in Spiritual Water-Based Healing Practices

Jurnal Psikologi Jambi · Vol. 11 No. 1 (2026)

DOI
10.22437/jpj.v11i1.47316
ISSN
2580-7021, 2528-2735
Published
2026-06-23
Publisher
Fakultas Kedokteran dan Ilmu Kesehatan Universitas Jambi
Language
en

Abstract

This qualitative case study explores the application of the Health Belief Model (HBM) in understanding the decision-making processes of individuals in Sleman, Yogyakarta Special Region, who utilize prayer-based water spiritual alternative treatments for healing. Using purposive sampling, three primary subjects and their significant others were selected based on their exclusive use of prayer water, Islamic faith, and local upbringing. Data were collected through in-depth interviews and analyzed to identify HBM dimensions: perceived susceptibility, severity, benefits, barriers, cues to action, and self-efficacy. Findings reveal that unexplained symptoms heightened perceived susceptibility, while severe physical and psychological impacts underscored perceived severity. Perceived benefits, including inner peace and spiritual enhancement, were the primary motivators, supported by low barriers due to cultural acceptance. Cues to action, such as family and religious leader support, and high self-efficacy further drove treatment adoption. These results highlight the interplay of personal health perceptions, spiritual beliefs, and socio-cultural influences in shaping health behaviors. The study underscores the HBM’s relevance in explaining spiritual health practices and offers insights for culturally sensitive health education to balance traditional beliefs with evidence-based medical care.

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  • Universitas Halu Oleo
  • Universitas Islam Negeri Imam Bonjol Padang
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Muhammad Lucky ChandraAffiliation unknown1
Muhammad AminUniversitas Halu Oleo1
AGUSTINA -Affiliation unknown1
Agusti EfiAffiliation unknown1
DaryustiAffiliation unknown1
Sonia Rachma HandayaniAffiliation unknown1
Meirison MeirisonUniversitas Islam Negeri Imam Bonjol Padang1
Desmadi SaharuddinAffiliation unknown1
Rosdialena RosdialenaAffiliation unknown1
NurbaitiAffiliation unknown1
Isnaini HarahapAffiliation unknown1
Alhadi BustamamAffiliation unknown1
Risman AdnanAffiliation unknown1
Indah WidiastutiAffiliation unknown1
Herpandi HerpandiAffiliation unknown1
Nafa Ya’la ArrahmiAffiliation unknown1

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