Islamic Psychology

ISLAMIC PSYCHOLOGY MENTAL HEALTH

The Hidden Mental Health Toll of Ramadan Burnout

By Lubna • June 2, 2026

Ramadan is the most spiritually significant month of the year — and for many Muslims, one of the most exhausting. Here is…

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Is It Haram to Go to Therapy? What Islamic Scholars Actually Say

By Lubna • May 26, 2026

Many Muslims hesitate to seek therapy because they are unsure whether it is Islamically permissible. Here is a clear look at what…

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Sleep, the Quran, and Mental Health: What Islam Knew Before Science

By Lubna • May 21, 2026

The Quran describes sleep as a mercy. Modern neuroscience describes it as the brain's primary maintenance system. They are talking about the…

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Trauma and Islam: Can You Heal Without Talking About It?

By Lubna • May 19, 2026

Many Muslims try to heal from trauma through prayer, patience, and silence. Sometimes it works. Often it does not. Here is what…

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OCD and Waswas: Understanding the Difference and Why It Matters

By Lubna • May 16, 2026

Many Muslims with OCD have been told their intrusive thoughts are waswas from Shaytan and that more dhikr is the answer. For…

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The Islamic View on Anger: What to Do When You Cannot Control It

By Lubna • May 13, 2026

Islam has more to say about anger than almost any other religion. The Prophet gave us specific, practical guidance. But what happens…

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What Is Tawakkul and Can It Help With Anxiety?

By Lubna • May 12, 2026

Tawakkul is one of Islam's most profound concepts. But when anxiety takes hold, "just trust Allah" can feel like an empty instruction.…

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When Sadness Becomes Depression: How to Tell the Difference as a Muslim

By Lubna • May 12, 2026

Sadness is a human experience that Islam acknowledges and honours. Depression is a clinical condition that requires real intervention. Knowing the difference…

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OCD and Waswas in Islam: When Intrusive Thoughts Feel Like a Test of Faith

By Lubna • April 30, 2026

Millions of Muslims silently suffer with OCD and waswas, convinced their intrusive thoughts mean something is wrong with their faith. Here is…

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Understanding Anxiety Through an Islamic Lens

By Lubna • April 20, 2026

Anxiety is one of the most common experiences of our time. Islam offers a remarkably nuanced understanding of worry, tawakkul, and the…