Al-quranic psychology
Healing the Soul Through Divine Wisdom & Modern Science
- Duration: 2 Months
Course Objectives
Within the context of Islam, students will gain a basic grasp of various mental health issues and the psychological strategy needed to assist those who are experiencing them. Additionally, the course equips students with the skills necessary to mentor and coach others, allowing them to better meet the spiritual and psychological needs of individuals in different communities.
Foundational Integration
Analyze core Quranic concepts through the lens of psychology. Compare Islamic models of the self with Western theories (Freud, CBT, Maslow).
Therapeutic Applications
Develop faith-based interventions (e.g., dua for anxiety, dhikr for mindfulness, Quranic narratives for trauma healing).
Design counseling techniques that align with Islamic ethics while addressing modern mental health challenges (depression, addiction, marital strife).
Neuroscience & Spirituality
Explore the psychological effects of Islamic practices (e.g., prayer/Salah on brainwaves, fasting on emotional regulation).
Bridge Quranic teachings with neurobiology (e.g., sakeena [tranquility] and parasympathetic nervous system activation).
Preventative Mental Health
Teach Quranic strategies for resilience and their psychological benefits.
Address stigmas around mental health in Muslim communities using Quranic/hadith evidence.
Features
- 16 Live Sessions
- Digital Certificate
- Language - Tamil