Zahriyah Simargolang, Syahrul Ismed, Asdi Wirman, Alfurqan, Khairunnas Rajab, Nor Balkish Zakaria
Student mental health is a critical aspect of higher education, forming part of students' rights to prevent academic procrastination. Family support and guidance from academic supervisors are essential for maintaining students' psychological well-being. This study employed a qualitative phenomenological approach at Padang State University (Universitas Negeri Padang, UNP), Indonesia, involving students and lecturers as informants. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, participant observation, and documentation, and analyzed using triangulation and thematic techniques based on the principles of Islamic Family Law. The findings reveal that students' mental health, according to Islamic Family Law, is reflected in their ability to maintain inner calm and spiritual closeness, consistent with the principles of hifz al-'aql (protection of intellect) and hifz al-nafs (protection of the soul). The role of academic supervisors aligns with Al-Ghazali's perspective, emphasizing guidance delivered with compassion, gentleness, and wisdom. Together, students and supervisors can preserve intellect and soul, effectively preventing academic procrastination. © 2026, Malque Publishing. All rights reserved.
Universitas Negeri Padang, Indonesia; Universitas Islam Negeri Syarif Kasim Riau, Indonesia; Universitas Teknologi MARA, Selangor, Shah Alam, 40450, Malaysia
