Given the tragic events that unfolded this week, please encourage your Friday khateebs to talk about suicide prevention. The FYI Khutba Guide on Suicide Prevention can help them prepare for tomorrow’s khutba. Please share your local mosque, MSA’s, and youth
Resources For Suicide Prevention And Intervention
Not many Muslims know how to address the issue of suicide when they are faced with it. It is often hard to know where to turn for help. These resources can make it easier to know what to do and
Here Are Resources For Suicide Prevention, Coping With Grief And Seeking Professional Help
With the recent tragedy that occurred in our community, many of us may be reeling with shock, grief, and sadness. The FYI is here for you— we have resources specifically to help the Muslim community deal with suicide, grief, and
15 Tips For Parents To Manage Bipolar Episodes In Their Children
During manic episodes, children with bipolar disorder will feel anger and rage—and with greater intensity—rather than elation or euphoria that is common in adults. Bipolar in children combine the depressive and manic states together to form ‘aggressive depression.’ However, because
Here Are Reasons Why You May Be Experiencing Marital Conflict
With more than 50% of Muslims reporting at least one significant marital issue and more than 55% of Muslims looking for community support we knew it was necessary to develop The FYI’s infographic: Marital Conflict and Road to success. Check
NEWLY UPDATED! The FYI’s Divorce Support Toolkit
We know that getting a divorce as an American Muslim may come with many challenges and little help or support on how to navigate them. Lack of guidance may amplify the emotional and physical toll of the divorce process on
Ramadan Tips And Strategies With Chronic Illness
Many Muslims around the world will not be able to fast this Ramadan for the first time due to illness. Rather than focusing on “How to be a Super Muslim During Ramadan”, here is a resource to help you or
Here Are 20 Coping Skills You Can Use To Relieve Stress
Unexpected events can knock the wind out of us. When we build up expectations of ourselves, people around us, or things to come, a part of us begins to live in our future dreams. These dreams inspire us and motivate
Catastrophizing (How to Stop Expecting the Worst) – Video
Catastrophizing is a common cognitive distortion that makes us anxious, depressed and unmotivated. It’s basically expecting the worst. When we expect the worst, we invite those things into our lives. In this video, I teach you how to recognize
81 Awesome Mental Health Resources When You Can’t Afford a Therapist
Sure, pretty much everyone could benefit from therapy. But not everyone can afford it. Thankfully, there’s a whole world of free or affordable mental health care out there designed to help you with just about every issue, whether that’s kicking