Spirituality as a Protective Factor Against Anxiety and Emotional Regulation among young Adults

Abstract

The present study aimed to examine the impact of spirituality on emotional regulation and anxiety among young adults. Spirituality was considered the independent variable, while emotional regulation and anxiety were treated as dependent variables. A quantitative research design was employed, and data were collected from 155 young adults using standardized self-report questionnaires. Descriptive statistics, Pearson’s correlation, and simple linear regression analyses were conducted to analyze the data. The findings revealed a weak but significant positive relationship between spirituality and emotional regulation (r = .184, p < .05). Spirituality significantly predicted emotional regulation, accounting for 3.4% of the variance (R² = .034, p < .05). However, the relationship between spirituality and anxiety was weak, indicating limited direct association. The results suggest that spirituality may function as a psychological resource that enhances emotional regulation abilities among young adults, although its direct impact on anxiety appears minimal. Overall, the study highlights the importance of considering spirituality as one of the contributing factors in promoting emotional wellbeing during young adulthood.