Islamic Transcendental Wellbeing Model for Malaysian Muslim Women: Implication on Counselling

Abstract

A great majority of the middle-aged women experience some degenerative physical symptoms, specifically pelvic prolapse which affected their quality of life. Accordingly, they may experience marital distress, divorces and depression. For younger women, among college students, cybersex addiction may likely affect their academic performances. Female are double as compared to male in the sexual addiction. Recent findings indicate that, spiritual wellbeing is the most satisfied domain among women in Malaysia. Yet, it does not correlate well with other domains, especially in economic. For single mothers, socio-economic status is indeed in crisis. Hence, there is a need to capitalize women's spirituality as inner resources for Muslim women's wellbeing. Therefore, we conceptualize a holistic model for Muslim Malaysian women wellbeing that integrates physical-sexual, socio-economical, and psycho-spiritual domains. Theoretically, this model helps to delineate Islamic transcendental theory that explains spiritual wellbeing permeates overall wellbeing. Finally, implications on counseling process are suggested

Effects of Group and Individual Culturally Adapted Cognitive Behavioral Therapy on Depression and Sexual Satisfaction among Perimenopausal Women

“…Thirdly, the subject of attitude, false belief and assumptions related to sexual satisfaction were discussed according to Hassan [ 39 , 45 , 55 , 70 , 71 , 72 ]. Behavioral intervention included modification of behavior, self-monitoring of daily behavior, monitoring mood and activities, rating mood related to activities, introducing the concepts of mastery and pleasure in activity and graded tasks.…”

“…On the other hand, according to the Islamic transcendental wellbeing model, Hassan [ 39 ] explains that the spiritual dimension is the central dimension for Muslim women. Spiritual wellbeing permeates other dimensions of wellbeing, including the psychosexual dimension.…”

“…In line with the study by Prause et al [ 14 ] sex is positively associated with health and life satisfaction. Contrary to the popular belief and the misconceptions about ideal Muslim wives, achieving marital sexual satisfaction is highly encouraged among married Muslim women [ 37 , 39 ]. The sex manual is regarded as a sacred text that emphasized that sexual interactions between husbands and wives will absolve the sins of lovers.…”

A Theoretical Assessment on Sustainable Wellbeing Indicators for People Interrelationships

“…There were four dimensions of human interrelationships with other humans recognized based on the explored findings of Malaysia wellbeing studies. The first dimension is Personal Empowerment which manifests in opportunity to exercise control, voice and choice (Hashim et al, 2012;Jaafara et al, 2012;Achour et al, 2014;Sipon et al, 2014;Clark et al, 2014;Hassan, 2015). The second dimension is Positive Relations which manifests in positive experience of trust, nurturance and affection Jaafara et al, 2012;Abu Rahim et al, 2013;Shuib et al, 2013;Momtaz et al, 2014;Clark et al, 2014).…”

“…Hashim et al, 2012;Jaafara et al, 2012;Achour et al, 2014;Sipon et al, 2014;Clark et al, 2014;Hassan, 2015 Positive Relations positive experience of trusts, nurturance and affection caring/love/affection, respect for diversity, reciprocity, nurturance and affection, emotional support, collaboration, democratic participation in decision-making Jaafara et al, 2012;Abu Rahim et al, 2013;Shuib et al, 2013;Momtaz et al, 2014;Clark et al, 2014 Organizational Opportunity inclusions, learning and horizontal structures respect for diversity, democratic participation, collaborative relationships, engagement, good communication, clear roles and productivity, learning opportunities Noor & Abdullah, 2012;Panatika et al, 2011;Rashida et al, 2012;Jaafara et al, 2012;Mokhtar et al, 2015;Clark et al, 2014 Community Movement maximizati on of social supports and benefits, and availability of supports throughout life cycle equitable allocation if bargaining, powers, resources and obligations in society, gender and race equality, universal access to high quality educational, health and recreational facilities, affordable housing, employment opportunities, access to nutritious foods at reasonable prices, public transportation, clean environment, safety and peace Jaafara et al, 2012;Sedaghatnia et al, 2013;Hamdan et al, 2014;Marzuki et al, 2014;Clark et al, 2014 Table 6 shows the potential indicators of human interrelationships with other humans that are yet to be statistically confirmed. The potential indicators are gathered from the literature reviews and summarized findings of selected subjective well-being studies in Malaysia.…”