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Oct 5, 2007 · Patterns of religious affiliation among psychiatrists differ from those of other physicians, and these contrasting religious beliefs may determine to whom patients are referred for mental health care, according a study in the September Psychiatric Services.
Aug 5, 2015 · Rania Awaad, M.D., says that one of the projects at Stanford’s Muslims and Mental Health Research Lab, of which she is the director, is developing a religiously congruent psychotherapeutic framework for treating Muslims with mental health problems. Steve Fisch Photography.
The Islamic Psychology line integrates traditional Islamic principles and psychology to develop an Islamically orientated-approach to psychotherapy. It aims to bridge modern psychology and Islamic principles to destigmatize mental health.
It might not be easy for Muslims to directly start using mental health services. However, they can imagine seeking out services and construct an intention first, which is highlighted in Islamic principles to first make one’s intention toward a meaningful action.
The Lab conducts extensive research into understanding Muslims’ unique needs pertaining to mental health and the Islamic faith. Furthermore, it aims to tackle the stigma surrounding the Muslim community regarding seeking mental health services, and the association between mental health and spirituality.
Oct 15, 2020 · Keshavarzi and Ali (2019) elaborate on this point about mental wellbeing, stating that, in the Islamic tradition, legal competence (ahliyyah kamilah) is ensured by the soundness of both physical and mental capacities.
Aug 27, 2023 · By consistently engaging in ongoing cultural competence training, fostering a non-judgmental and inclusive approach, and collaborating with culturally sensitive mental health professionals and religious leaders, psychiatrists will have the potential to deliver holistic and comprehensive care.
