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| |  | Raising Awareness about Mental Health By Zahirah Lynn Eppard A knowledgeable counselor or mental health therapist can help to identify unhealthy responses, suggest measures to cope with the stress of life changes, and even offer medication to assist as a short- or long-term treatment. Unfortunately, in the Muslim community, there are many misunderstandings and harmful attitudes related to mental health and mental illness. These create a stigma against those who are suffering and also discourage individuals and families from seeking the help they need. Learn more about this important topic and how we can all work individually and collectively to make change in this area. |
| | | Parenting Tip All of us have an interest in mental health and well-being. For parents, that should apply to our children, ourselves, and our communities. It is imperative that we work to raise awareness and remove any stigma that prevents individuals and families from reaching out for help when needed. |
| |  | Mental Health Resources for Muslim Families By Miriam Mohamed Locating reliable mental health resources can be challenging, particularly if you are interested in finding a therapist or counselor who is mindful of Islamic practices and cultural baggage. We have collected resources in both the U.S. and Canada for our readers in two different articles. Select the article for your region and learn about the resources in your local area: |
| | Inspiration "There is no normal life that is free of pain. It's the very wrestling with our problems that can be the impetus for our growth." Fred Rogers, author, producer, Presbyterian minister, and creator of the popular children’s television show Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood which ran from 1968-2001 |
| |  | Understanding the Impact that Conflict between Parents Has on Children By Umm Ahmed When we acknowledge that our children learn about relationships primarily within the family unit, then it makes sense to also acknowledge that they learn about conflict from the home, too. Parental conflict inevitably exists in some form or the other in every household and most of us experience it. However, it is the degree or intensity and the nature of conflict which determines its impact on the individuals involved. Learn more about the adverse impact parental conflict can have and tips to better manage conflicts in the full article. |
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| | Hadith Narrated Abdullah bin ‘Umar, the Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, said: “The Muslim is the brother of his fellow Muslim; he does not wrong him or let him down. The one who meets the needs of his brother, Allah will meet his needs. Whoever relieves a Muslim of distress, Allah will relieve him of distress on the Day of Resurrection.” (Bukhaari and Muslim) |
| |  | The Inflamed Brain: Understanding PANS and PANDAS in Children By Wendy Díaz Children may be suffering from a little-known condition that has devastating affects on the brain known as PANS or PANDAS. Both exhibit neuro-psychiatric symptoms that are caused due to an autoimmune response, thus they are considered forms of autoimmune encephalitis or brain inflammation. And both are misunderstood and frequently misdiagnosed and not properly treated. Learn more details in the full article. |
| | |  | Book Review: Set Boundaries, Find Peace By Melissa Barreto As a relationship therapist for over 14 years, Nedra Glover Tawwab works with many areas of an individual’s life and connections with others, including marriage, parenting, work-life balance, family bonds, and friendships. Her New York Times best-selling book Set Boundaries, Find Peace: A Guide to Reclaiming Yourself offers a detailed blueprint for how to implement boundaries in your life so you can have healthier relationships with others and yourself. Writer Melissa Barreto provides a detailed review and describes how the book helped her take more responsibility for choices and needs. |
| | | Interesting Facts Millions of people in the U.S. are affected by mental illness each year. Here are the latest statistics published by the National Alliance on Mental Health. - 1 in 5 U.S. adults experience mental illness each year
- 1 in 20 U.S. adults experience serious mental illness each year
- Across the U.S. economy, serious mental illness causes $193.2 billion in lost earnings each year
- 20.8% of people experiencing homelessness in the U.S. have a serious mental health condition
- 37% of adults incarcerated in the state and federal prison system have a diagnosed mental illness
- 70% of youth in the juvenile justice system have a diagnosable mental health condition
- 1 in 6 U.S. youth aged 6-17 experience a mental health disorder each year
- 50% of all lifetime mental illness begins by age 14, and 75% by age 24
- Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death among people aged 10-34
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| | Online Resources Mental Health Quiz - Take the following quiz and see if you can separate the myths from the facts. Hidden in Plain Sight: Healing from an Emotionally Absent Mother - This article by Naureen Ahmed, founder of SEEMA (Support Embrace Empower Mental Health Advocacy) Mental Health, reflects on the repercussions of living with a mother who was mentally ill and her personal journey to healing from the trauma. Mind Over Matter - Writer Nargis Naqvi provides insight and tips on using daily affirmations to keep yourself mentally strong and energized. Find A Therapist - SEEMA provides a convenient search tool to find the names and contact information for Muslim counselors across the U.S. Infographic Guides - The Family & Youth Institute (FYI) has developed a number of useful infographics on a wide variety of topics that impact mental health and wellness. Muslim Youth Mental Health Fact Sheet - Here is a FYI Fact Sheet on mental health issues that affect Muslim youth that can be useful when developing educational programming. |
| |  | Adam’s World Video: Adam Learns Responsibility Adam teaches Aneesah a lesson about taking responsibility for our community and environment. The Arabic letter “haa” is showcased in the word “haj“ and the English letter “r” is showcased for “responsibility.” Dawud Wharnsby’s song “Take Responsibility” provides a nice connection to the topic. (6:48) |
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| We Have Great Options for Summer Learning Fun! Sound Vision has crafted an awesome summer learning line up that can help you turn screen time into deen time! These are top-notch offerings by our amazing host teachers that enhance understanding and love of our deen with the maximum convenience of viewing the videos at a time that works best for your family. And the lessons are actually FUN! Check out these offerings & more at https://academy.adamsworld.org/. |
| | | |  | The Sound Vision Foundation has been a trusted source of Islamic knowledge for more than 30 years. Our work with the world-renowned puppets Adam and Aneesah pioneered creative programming for Muslim children, encouraging them to learn about and love their religion. We continue to bring sound content and engaging programs that stimulate minds, touch hearts, and strive to fulfill our mission of raising better Muslims, better neighbors, and better citizens. This latest effort is designed to support and empower Muslim parents to do the same. |
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