Stress Management Using the Four Noble Truths according to Buddhist Psychology for Students at Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University

Abstract

This research aimed to: 1. examine the stress management methods based on the Four Noble Truths among students at Mahachulalongkorn rajavidyalaya University, 2. investigate the level of stress management using the Four Noble Truths among the students, and 3. compare stress management based on the Four Noble Truths among students classified by status, faculty, academic year, academic performance, and family background. The sample group consisted of 316 students selected through stratified and simple random sampling methods. The research instrument was a questionnaire. Data were analyzed using percentage, mean, standard deviation, F-test, and one-way ANOVA.

            The study revealed three key findings: 1. Most students at Mahachula

longkornrajavidyalaya University manage stress through the application of the Four Noble Truths. When faced with stress caused by mistakes, they actively seek solutions to the best of their ability. 2. The overall level of stress management using the Four Noble Truths among the students was high, with a mean score of 4.12. 3. There were no statistically significant differences at the 0.05 level in stress management using the Four Noble Truths among students with different statuses, faculties, academic years, academic achievements, or family backgrounds.