Understanding Muslim Mental Health
offered by Cardiff University

Public University
1 Campus
Estd. 1883

Understanding Muslim Mental Health
at
Cardiff University
Overview

Explore the distinctive mental health experiences of Muslims and how mental health support can be improved in Muslim communities

Duration	4 weeks
Mode of learning	Online
Schedule type	Self paced
Official Website	Go to Website
Course Level	UG Certificate

Understanding Muslim Mental Health
at
Cardiff University
Highlights

Earn a certification after completion
Learn from expert faculty

Understanding Muslim Mental Health
at
Cardiff University
Course details

Who should do this course?

Anyone who provides mental health support in Muslim communities such as medical or social care professionals or religious pastoral carers

What are the course deliverables?

Identify some of the distinctive ways in which Muslims may experience mental health problems
Develop an understanding of why experiences of mental health problems can vary between different groups of Muslims
Explore the impacts of Islamic beliefs and practices on mental health
Evaluate the inclusion of spiritual or religious factors in existing holistic frameworks for understanding mental health problems when working with Muslim individuals and communities

More about this course

Understanding Muslim Mental Health provides a nuanced exploration of mental health within the Muslim community
This course examines cultural, religious, and social factors influencing mental well-being. Participants gain insights into culturally sensitive approaches, fostering a deeper understanding of mental health challenges and effective strategies for support within the context of Muslim communities

Understanding Muslim Mental Health
at
Cardiff University
Curriculum

Introduction to the course and Muslim worldview

Muslim Experiences of Mental Health

Common Mental Health Problems Among Muslims

What is ‘recovery’, and who can help?

Understanding Muslim Mental Health
at
Cardiff University
Faculty details

Asim Yusuf

I am a Consultant Psychiatrist and Islamic Scholar with a special interest in spirituality and mental health.

Asma Khan

I am Research Fellow in British Muslim Studies at the Islam-UK Centre, Cardiff University. I am interested in socio-economic inequalities, migration, and the everyday lives of British Muslims.