Ramadan Reset for Mental Health Professionals

For nearly three years, Muslim mental health professionals have witnessed relentless trauma: the genocide in Gaza, the humanitarian collapse in Sudan, the erosion of civil liberties, and the militarization of immigration enforcement through ICE.

Faith Crisis in A Time of Genocide

I think it would be fair to say that the world has been shaken by witnessing the horror and brutality being committed against the Palestinian people in Gaza since October 7, 2024. However, I am hoping that most of us know by now that the attacks on the lives of the Palestinian people preceded decades before October 7th.

Coping with Grief in Islam | Recapping the Moment

On October 25th, 2025, the Shifa Institute and the Institute for Muslim Mental Health collaborated to host a mental health talk, “Coping with Grief in Islam”, featuring Dr. Omar Reda. Dr. Reda is a skilled psychiatrist who shared insight on how to utilize Islamic teachings…

Open Space Resistance

By Dr. Zain Ali Shamoon for ramble cats like us, who scribble out loud out here we are likely to meet people who detract and tell us to keep our voices down they tell us to “keep your voices down!” out here but they don’t know the pathways that moved our collective…

The Dangers of Social Media for Children: An Islamic Perspective

In today’s digital age, social media has become an integral part of daily life, influencing how
people interact and consume information. However, for children, excessive social media use
poses significant risks to their physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. As Muslims, it is
imperative to consider the impact of social media and take proactive measures to protect our
children from its harmful effects.