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Relationship

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

Helping Siblings Communicate Instead Of Fight

Conflict is part of every human relationship, because every relationship has two people with different needs and perspectives. Our job as parents is to teach our children to manage that conflict in ways that bring them closer. On the other

Noha Darwish December 29, 2021November 29, 2021 Article Archives, Children, Family, Relationship, Youth Read more

How To Help A Friend

Have you known someone going through a tough time and wanted to help but didn’t know how? It’s important to learn the warning signs of mental health conditions and how to start a conversation about them. While the first conversation is important,

Noha Darwish December 23, 2021November 29, 2021 Article Archives, Mental Health, Relationship, Uncategorized, Youth Read more

8 Relationship Tips Couples Therapists Are Giving All The Time Right Now

To be fair, not all couples are having a rough go of it. Vagdevi Meunier, Psy.D., master trainer for the Gottman Institute and licensed clinical psychologist at the Center for Relationships in Austin, tells SELF that the stress of the pandemic has actually

Noha Darwish December 3, 2021November 22, 2021 Article Archives, Divorce, Marriage, Relationship Read more

Are You In A Relationship With No Give And Take?

Healthy relationships are designed to be a give and take, with both partners working together to provide support, encouragement, and compassion during times of challenge, sadness, or problems. In a healthy relationship, the couple flows between the role of being

Noha Darwish November 22, 2021 Article Archives, Relationship Read more

When To Call It Quits On Your Relationship

Being in relationship limbo is hard. For most of us, ultimately untenable. It’s understandable to want to bale when you and your partner are always fighting over seemingly insignificant issues, like what to have for dinner or where to park

Noha Darwish November 22, 2021 Article Archives, Divorce, Marriage, Relationship Read more

How To Help Someone Who’s Grieving

When someone you care about is grieving after a loss, it can be difficult to know what to say or do. The bereaved struggle with many intense and painful emotions, including depression, anger, guilt, and profound sadness. Often, they also

Noha Darwish October 12, 2021 Article Archives, Mental Health, Relationship Read more

How To Make Your Marriage Last

Is happily ever after an illusion? What are some elements of a happy, healthy marriage? In this episode, Dr. Sameera Ahmed, founder of The Family and Youth Institute, discusses how to navigate your way toward a stronger marriage, challenges that

Noha Darwish October 12, 2021 Article Archives, Divorce, Marriage, Relationship Read more

“Not in our community”: What Domestic Violence Looks Like and How to Get Help

“Not in our community”: What Domestic Violence Looks Like and How to Get Help

Authors: Mariam Rasheed, LMSW, Issra Killawi, B.A. Acknowledgments: We would like to thank Maryum Khwaja, LCSW, and Madiha Tahseen, Ph.D. for their review of this article. This article contains content that may be triggering for victims and survivors of domestic

FYI_Admin October 7, 2021October 7, 2021 Article Archives, Family, Marriage, Relationship Read more

Celebrate Eid- It’s what Allah (SWT) wants you to do

Celebrate Eid- It’s what Allah (SWT) wants you to do

This article is authored by Sameera Ahmed, Ph.D. Holidays may seem as simple as a day to have fun and celebrate. But, they are far more important to our well-being and identity— and work to build resilience in all of us.

FYI_Admin May 11, 2021March 25, 2022 Article Archives, Children, Family, Parenting, Relationship Read more
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