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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

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

“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

The FYI’s Suicide Prevention and Intervention Resources

September is always a bittersweet month. The school year brings a fresh start and the beautiful fall foliage is on its way…but the summer is coming to an end. Transitions can bring with them a mix of emotions, so it’s

Sana Ansari September 3, 2022December 22, 2022 Article Archives, Mental Health Read more

Why Our Children Need An Islam-Centered Health Education

“Will wearing a tampon take away my virginity?” “Is watching pornography haram?” “I tried alcohol before; does that make me a bad Muslim?” “If we can’t have boyfriends and girlfriends, then how are we going to get married?” These were

Sana Ansari August 17, 2022December 22, 2022 Article Archives, Children, Family, Mental Health, Parenting, Personal Development, Porn Addiction Resources, Youth Read more

Silent Struggles: Preliminary Findings on Pornography Among American Muslim Youth – The FYI’s Porn Report

Our latest research shows us that Muslim youth are struggling with pornography. And even though they care about their religion, this is not enough to prevent them from watching it. So, why ARE they watching? What support do they need

Sana Ansari August 2, 2022December 22, 2022 Article Archives, Family, Marriage, Mental Health, Porn Addiction Resources, Relationship, Youth Read more

Ramadan Toolkit 2022

Ramadan is a month of spiritual renewal and self-discipline. Many of us are coming to Ramadan this year with varying situations. For some of us, life is slowly returning to normal. For individuals with health concerns, they may continue to

Sana Ansari March 30, 2022December 22, 2022 Article Archives, Family, Mental Health, Personal Development, Ramadan Read more

Believing Survivors: Embodying A Victim-Centered Approach

If  someone comes forward  with allegations of gender-based violence (GBV), one of the first  debates  that  erupts is whether  or not the survivor is lying.  However, we know that research indicates that the likelihood of allegations being false is very

Noha Darwish March 28, 2022 Article Archives, Mental Health, Relationship Read more

Substance Abuse Addiction Article

Among Muslims, more than one in three people say they know a person who has or is struggling with addiction. Sadly, stigma surrounding substance use in the Muslim community can be a big barrier towards recovery. This Ramadan, you or

Sana Ansari March 26, 2022December 22, 2022 Article Archives, Family, Mental Health, Personal Development, Ramadan Read more
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