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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

The FYI’s 9/11 Resources Guide

Every year on 9/11, classrooms and workplaces across the nation have moments of silence and discussions commemorating its impact on our nation. Navigating these conversations can be uncomfortable for Muslim Americans. We’re here to support you through the process. The

Sana Ansari September 9, 2022December 22, 2022 Article Archives, Uncategorized Read more

Tips For Increasing Your Happiness As An Introvert

Take a moment and imagine the happiest person you know. Got him or her in mind? Now think about how you would describe that person’s personality. Did adjectives like outgoing, energetic, or bubbly come to mind? It’s very likely that

Noha Darwish December 30, 2021November 29, 2021 Article Archives, Mental Health, Personal Development, Uncategorized Read more

A Quick Guide for Setting Better Goals in 2022

A Quick Guide for Setting Better Goals in 2022

This piece is written for our college-aged or young professional audience, but these tips are relevant for anyone looking to set better goals this upcoming year! Still processing 2020, yet 2022 is right around the corner? The feeling of a new

Farah El-Jayyousi December 24, 2021January 10, 2023 Article Archives, Mental Health, Personal Development, Uncategorized 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

DEA Agent Reveals All The Places Kids Could Hide Drugs In Their Rooms

Two moms found out that kids can hide drugs in places like teddy bears and tennis balls. Donna DeStefano has a daughter recovering from drug addiction and Karen Stout has two teenage daughters in high school. DEA special agent Timothy

Noha Darwish December 15, 2021November 22, 2021 Article Archives, Children, Mental Health, Parenting, Uncategorized, Youth Read more

3 Muslim Mental Health Myths that Might be Holding You Back

3 Muslim Mental Health Myths that Might be Holding You Back

Article written by Issra Killawi with Madiha Tahseen, MD. When we’re struggling with a mental illness, we sometimes feel alone–often because of the stigma about mental illness in Muslim communities. Sometimes, by the time we do get help, our symptoms have

Farah El-Jayyousi November 17, 2021January 10, 2023 Article Archives, Mental Health, Uncategorized Read more

Our Struggles – Mental Health And Muslim Communities

Fariha just started her freshman year at university. Overnight, she was separated from her support system of family and friends and thrust into a foreign environment. She was facing many new challenges, including a heavier workload, new friends, student clubs

Noha Darwish October 28, 2021 Article Archives, Mental Health, Uncategorized, Youth Read more

Coping With 9/11 As A Young Adult

Coping With 9/11 As A Young Adult

Written by Madiha Tahseen, Ph.D. Acknowledgments: Mariam Rasheed, MSW; Fatyma Karamoko, B.A. On September 11th, 2001, the world mourned the loss of life and destruction. It was also a pivotal moment in the history of Muslims in the U.S. and

Farah El-Jayyousi September 8, 2021January 10, 2023 Article Archives, Mental Health, Personal Development, Uncategorized Read more

9/11 Anniversary Response Guide For Parents

<style=”montserrat;”>Article written by Madiha Tahseen, Ph.D.  Acknowledgments: Mariam Rasheed, MSW; Fatyma Karamoko, B.A. Special thanks to Amina Barhumi for her review of the toolkit. This year marks the twentieth anniversary of September 11th. The world mourned the loss of life

FYI_Admin September 1, 2021January 10, 2023 Article Archives, Children, Family, Mental Health, Parenting, Uncategorized, Youth Read more
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