Islam and mental health

East Mediterr Health J. 2001 May;7(3):372-6.

Abstract

This paper discusses the importance of a spiritual element in health with particular reference to mental health and Islam. The Islamic spiritual quest is outlined and some directives described. Specific examples are given of their application to health.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Alcoholism / ethnology
  • Alcoholism / prevention & control
  • Attitude to Health / ethnology*
  • Cultural Characteristics
  • Health Behavior / ethnology
  • Health Promotion / methods
  • Humans
  • Islam / psychology*
  • Mental Disorders / ethnology*
  • Mental Health*
  • Religion and Medicine*
  • Religion and Psychology*