Neurocognitive Stability and Epistemic Vulnerability in a Traditional Muslim Community: Survey Data on ASWJ Belief Systems in Terengganu, Malaysia

This dataset contains survey responses from 443 adult participants identifying as followers of Ahl al-Sunnah wa al-Jamaʿah (ASWJ) in Terengganu, Malaysia. The data explores cognitive, psychological, and social factors influencing theological stability and belief adaptability, including doctrinal adherence, digital media engagement, cognitive processing styles, and intergroup attitudes. The structured questionnaire used a 5-point Likert scale assessing neural conservatism, epistemic vulnerability, group loyalty, and attitudes toward out-groups. Data was collected between January and March 2025. This dataset supports research in psychology of religion, cognitive psychology, social psychology, Islamic studies, and cultural anthropology.