Prophet Muhammad's Approach to Mental Health | Holistic Healing with Dr. Rania Awaad

Did you know that the Prophet ﷺ laid down the groundwork that was used by Muslim scholars to identify mental health conditions? For those who believe mental health can be addressed solely by having strong faith, it is worth noting that many prophets experienced intense emotional challenges. Tune in to the first episode of Holistic Healing with Dr. Rania Awaad, as she discusses the prophetic guidance to dealing with mental health challenges.

This series is in collaboration with the Stanford Muslim Mental Health Lab.

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[tasmimrashid]

When she said 'Allah test those who He loves the most' - i cried. I have been suffering from this silent pain for a long time & its been hard. I felt touched thinking this is may be a blessing. Alhamdulillah

[mahampeerzada]

Teachings
1. Cultivate healthy attitude
2. Embrace your own emotions
3. Regulate our emotions in a healthy manner
4. Take time to takecare of ourselves holistic habits. Sleeping, eating, exercise etc
5. Not to suffer in silence. But to seek help and cure
6. To reduce anxiety through prayer, tasbeeh and recitation.
7 morning and evening zikr routine for remembering Allah

[Zqyvy]

Whoever is reading this please make dua for me I’ve been having anxiety and don’t feel myself, I hate this feeling but Islam gives me hope. May Allah make us steadfast in our deen and happier

[sulaymankeita]

Assalamu alaykum, am 21 years old and and been afflicted with epilepsy since I was 3 years old, please remember me in your prayers and every epileptic person, thank you.

[liberiangirl]

I love the way this sister speaks♥️♥️♥️ MashaAllah, so eloquent♥️♥️♥️

[simonrankin]

Im a christian, but im very impressed with this great advice from the Islamic faith, and great guidance, I learn a lot from the Islamic teachings, ,,,this doctor lady is very nice ...

[HAli]

This sister has such beautiful and soothing voice. Thank you for this series ❤☝️

[samihaanwar]

“you can have someone who is deeply suffering that is also deeply beloved to Allah SWT” I really can’t. im overwhelmed with so many emotions right now but this is an amazing video. Thank you so much… Peace be upon all our prophets who endured so much and still had faith and hope in Allah SWT. I pray I am given this same faith and hope even when it feels like my heart is about to come out of my chest 💔

[Sunflower-woxw]

These days mental health situations is getting out of hands may Allah save us all from mental health all Ameen ya Allah. 🌹🌺💕🙏

[yusra]

Do not bear the brunt of silence. Seek out cures. For Allah has placed for every illness, a cure✨

[prajithakumari]

I really needed this video right now. Thank you so much. Your words are really helping me to heal my heart . I am a Hindu . But I love Islam. My mother died when I was child . After her I have been grown up with my aunt's help . She is like my mother. When I said I would like to convert Islam she said if I convert I should not come to meet even her funeral. In my house all are against me . They are always arguing against Islam . They always tell as an example of terrorism. Whatever I say they are not ready to listen to me. Really I am depressed . I am the only person who loves Islam in whole family. Their words are hurting . I feel depressed when my loving family against me.

[durimahin]

Alhamdulillah now I know it's okay to have mental health issues and Islam allows me to seek help without feeling low in my imaan

[Greeno]

YA ALLAH PLEASE PROTECT ME FROM NEGITIVE THOUGHTS & THINKING AND FORGIVE MY SINS 😭😭😭😭 AMEEN SUM AMEEN

[caseyrose]

I pray for every one and I hope that all of you get better and healthy 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[ammarahismaeltaug]

Yesterday, I was diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder.. my mind is still clouded right now. I wanted to understand my disorder, but I think I'll be needing some time to actually accept the fact that I have it.. it's really hard, not to have utmost control of my mood, and emotions.. May Allah make it easy for you, and for all of us. And please, let us stop the stigma. If your child is asking for help, reach out to him/her.. you have no idea how many times your child have thought about asking for your help before he actually does.

[musablue]

I learned so much in this video. I had no idea that the Prophet (PBUH) talked about mental health and using dhikr to soothe the heart and mind. Thank you for this enlightening video

[luvforeverify]

Dr. Awaad, I love your take on mental health. I went through a very difficult time when I lost my husband very suddenly. H was only 53. I could not stop crying and member of my family told move on, Subhanallah, it was very difficult. My doctor referred me to a psychiatrist, who was very helpful. Alhamdullilah, today, I live alone and I place my doubts and fears in Allah SWT. I have twin sons, who are 51, both married and are very supportive.

[abderrezak]

Sister, Could you please add subtitles for those who cannot hear? It would increase your audience.

[itsmemaya]

her voice is so gentle MashaAllah . Her tone is so soft and we need videos and awarness in this topic. because Now a days Many Muslims and nearly while world is dealing with it .May Allah Help us

[fantasma]

I feel I’ve been dealing with some heavy depression for 2/3 years now, I’m muslim, living in Canada and far from any family I have since 17 yo. I come from a really traditional and religious home, absent father tho. I have no idea how to tell my mom what I’ve been dealing with. I tried but she didn’t seem to grasp how serious it was for me and she never mentioned it again nor did I. I’ve come to a point where I’m really tired of lying about my health anytime anyone that really cares, like family members and close friends, asks me how I’m doing. I never heard anyone in my family talk about depression or anything that comes close to it so idk what to tell her. I feel like even I can’t express it very clearly for her to understand cause I don’t understand everything myself. We were so close before I left and now I feel the distance and somehow it really doesn’t help cause I miss her so much and feel so lonely. I’m so ashamed to tell anyone about this because I’m supposed to be a man and able to suck it up. I can’t…it’s destroying me for real