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Youth

20 Therapeutic Activities For Teens To Increase Positive Thinking

Changes in behavior, way of thinking, and identity are common during adolescence. But in some teens, these changes could lead to socio-emotional issues, such as self-doubt, secrecy, and isolation. Parents can help the teen overcome these issues through therapy activities.

Noha Darwish November 22, 2021 Article Archives, Family, Mental Health, Parenting, Youth Read more

Coping with 9/11 As A Young Adult

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 across the world. As a young adult today, you may not be aware of

Noha Darwish October 13, 2021October 13, 2021 Article Archives, Mental Health, Youth Read more

It’s Suicide Awareness Month – The FYI’s Suicide Toolkit Update

In recognition of National Suicide Prevention Week, The FYI set out to create comprehensive and culturally specific resources addressing suicide risks, intervention, assessment, and prevention. This thorough resource includes information specific to teens, parents, survivors of suicide attempts, their families, survivors

Noha Darwish October 13, 2021 Article Archives, Family, Mental Health, Youth Read more

10 Family Eid Crafts And Baking Activities!

Eid is almost here and everyone’s getting ready to end their month of fasting! Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations tend to include with a good amount of feasting, gifting and bonding with friends and relatives. And If you have kids at home, you

Sana Ansari May 8, 2021 Article Archives, Family, Friday Fun Read more

Here’s How To Give Back To Your Community From Home

This is a question that many of us may still be struggling with as we finish these last few blessed days of Ramadan. Many of us spent most of the month missing our friends and family and figuring out new

Sana Ansari May 8, 2021 Article Archives, Relationship Read more

49 Ways To Get Kids Involved This Ramadan!

With Ramadan less than a month away, you may be wondering ‘How do I get my kids involved in Ramadan?’ Involvement can mean a lot of things, it can mean creating, learning, doing, making, or helping, it can also mean so

Sana Ansari March 26, 2021 Article Archives, Children, Friday Fun Read more

Do You Know The Percentage Of American Muslim College Students Who Reported Drinking Alcohol And Other Substances?

What we need to know about American Muslim college students and risk behaviors all in one infographic. To some, these numbers seem high, to others, they may seem low. We know that Muslim students are not immune to engaging in

Sana Ansari March 26, 2021 Article Archives, Youth Read more

What Selfies Are Doing to Self-Esteem

Selfies can be silly and lighthearted, of course. But there is a dark side when photos become a measure of self-worth. We’re used to worrying about how kids will be affected by seeing too many air-brushed images of models in

Noha Darwish December 22, 2020 Article Archives, Children, Mental Health, Youth Read more

Here’s a list of Indoor and Outdoor Snow Day Activities

What are some fun things to do on a snow day? Snow day activities for kids need to include ideas to burn off energy indoors, quiet time to give parents a break, a few outdoor activities just in case the

Noha Darwish December 18, 2020 Article Archives, Children, Family, Friday Fun, Parenting, Youth Read more

Tips for Helping Children with Learning Disabilities

All children need love, encouragement, and support, and for kids with learning disabilities, such positive reinforcement can help ensure that they emerge with a strong sense of self-worth, confidence, and the determination to keep going even when things are tough.

Noha Darwish December 18, 2020 Article Archives, Children, Parenting Read more
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