Fuzzy Delphi Identifies Key Crisis Coping Strategies for Psychological Distress Intervention

Siti Nordarma Ab Rahman; Nor Shafrin Ahmad; Raras Sutatminingsih; Ahmad Saharrudin Mat Akir

doi:10.21834/e-bpj.v10iSI24.6385

Authors

Siti Nordarma Ab Rahman School of Educational Studies, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang Malaysia
Nor Shafrin Ahmad School of Educational Studies, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang Malaysia
Raras Sutatminingsih Department of Psychology, Universitas Sumatera Utara, Medan Indonesia
Ahmad Saharrudin Mat Akir aculty of Education Studies, Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), Serdang, Malaysia.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21834/e-bpj.v10iSI24.6385

Keywords:

Coping strategies, Graduate students, Psychological distress, Fuzzy Delphi Method

Abstract

A study using the Fuzzy Delphi method identified key coping strategies for graduate students during crises. Seven experts reviewed existing research, finding the most effective methods to be: body scan and relaxation, meditation and emotional regulation, acceptance of trauma symptoms, social support, and mindfulness with breathing and gratitude. These strategies offer a framework for targeted interventions to boost student well-being and resilience. Future research should empirically test these methods, explore their integration into programs, analyze technology's role, examine demographic differences, conduct longitudinal studies, and consider student perspectives. The aim is to develop comprehensive approaches for enhancing graduate students’ well-being.

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