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Article Archives

You can listen to episode 2 now!

The second episode of our podcast is now LIVE! This episode is part two of our conversation on a research study – conducted through a series of text messages – that looks at virtue development in Muslim American youth before,

Sana Ansari April 14, 2023 Article Archives, Personal Development, Ramadan, Research Read more

The FYI’s 2022 Annual Report is live!

In 2022, with your help, The FYI expanded our team, launched our first pre-marriage course, received grants from the John Templeton Foundation and the Templeton Religion Trust to conduct research within our communities, and so much more! Thank you for

Sana Ansari March 24, 2023March 28, 2023 Article Archives, Ramadan Read more

The FYI’s very own podcast has now launched!

We’ve officially launched “With That in Mind, by The FYI,” The FYI’s very own podcast! We’ll be discussing research, but make no mistake – these conversations are not just for researchers – they’re for anyone who wants to learn how

Sana Ansari March 9, 2023 Article Archives, Mental Health, Personal Development, Ramadan, Youth Read more

Check out The FYI’s latest collab with Yaqeen Institute

You may have heard about how your physical environment can impact your mood–things like the lighting, organization of the space, and clutter can all make you feel better or worse. But, have you thought about how the non-physical part of

Sana Ansari January 5, 2023 Article Archives, Children, Collabs, Family, Mental Health, Personal Development, Youth Read more

Stocking Stuffers, Halloween Candy, and Sighting the Moon

Tradition plays an essential role in the development of a child’s self-worth. The holiday season can be an excellent opportunity to have conversations with our families – about celebrations, juggling multiple identities, and how to approach it all as a

Sana Ansari December 14, 2022December 22, 2022 Article Archives, Children, Family, Parenting, Personal Development, Relationship, Youth Read more

3 Tips For A Stronger Relationship With Your Adult Child

If you are the parent of an adult child, you’ve parented your child through the different seasons of life. As an adult, your child has taken on more responsibilities, made their own decisions, and perhaps built a life and family

Sana Ansari November 8, 2022December 22, 2022 Article Archives, Children, Elder Care, Family, Parenting Read more

4 Ways To Find More Support When Caring For An Elder Parent/Relative

If Allah SWT decrees for you to care for your parents in their old age, He has blessed you with a huge opportunity to enter paradise. But with this great reward comes great sacrifice. Caregiving for an elderly loved one

Sana Ansari November 5, 2022December 22, 2022 Article Archives, Children, Elder Care, Family, Parenting Read more

5 Things Muslim Therapists Wish You Knew About Children and Domestic Abuse

“If they aren’t getting physically hurt, your kids will be fine. Children forget these things easily. It’s you and your husband who are having problems, and you’ll work it out. You need to be patient, for the sake of the

Sana Ansari October 27, 2022December 22, 2022 Article Archives, Children, Divorce, Family, Marriage, Mental Health, Parenting, Personal Development, Relationship, Uncategorized Read more

Our updated Elder Care Toolkit is live!

Caregiver burnout is a “state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion that may be accompanied by a change in attitude — from positive and caring to negative and unconcerned. With 2 out of every 3 caregivers a female, the role

Sana Ansari October 25, 2022December 22, 2022 Article Archives, Elder Care, Family Read more

“Only 11% of youth were comfortable asking for support…”

As a researcher at The Family and Youth Institute, we embarked on a year-long project about understanding porn use within the Muslim community and creating research-backed resources. Check out the video for more information!

Sana Ansari September 23, 2022December 22, 2022 Article Archives, Marriage, Mental Health, Porn Addiction Resources, Relationship Read more
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