Research

We are conducting an anonymous online survey about how cultural beliefs, internalized stigma, and immigration status (immigrant vs. US born) impact willingness to seek help for postpartum mental health among South Asian Muslim women in the United States. You may participate if you are 18-45, have given birth in the last 12 months, are at least 6 weeks postpartum, and live in the United States. The survey takes about 20-25 minutes, is anonymous, and you may skip any question or stop at any time.

This study explores how Islamic virtues such as sabr (patience), tawakkul (trust in God), shukr (gratitude), and rahmah (compassion) foster resilience and well-being among Muslims recovering from conflict. It examines how faith-based values help individuals and communities cope with psychological, social, and economic challenges after war or displacement. By highlighting the connection between religion and psychology, the study emphasizes the importance of integrating Islamic virtues into mental health and recovery programs. Its findings aim to inform policymakers, religious leaders, and practitioners seeking culturally grounded approaches to post-conflict healing and community cohesion.

Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) is a prevalent public health issue that affects at least 1 in 3 women worldwide, with minority populations being at a higher risk for experiencing IPV. Currently, Arabs in the U.S. are considered White under the Census Bureau, making them an unidentified minority group. Given the many factors that place this population at risk for IPV, screening methods are crucial for promoting early intervention against future abuse. The purpose of this project is to pilot test a new violence prevention screening tool to include the perspectives of Arab American victims of IPV.

Despite the clinical significance of hijab-related dermatoses, cultural and religious considerations often present barriers to care, restricting Muslim women from accessing the critical care to address concerns regarding their hair health. Findings suggest that in addition to improved physician cultural humility, there is a need for culturally tailored outreach to build trust and improve literacy and awareness about scalp health. By collecting data to better understand needs, awareness and access gaps, physicians will be better equipped to build trust with the Muslim community, provide culturally sensitive scalp/hair screenings and improve outcomes for this underserved population. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the hijab practices, hair health awareness and attitudes toward hijab among hijab-wearing individuals.

This study is the first national survey of Islamic school alumni to explore the long-term impacts of attending full-time Islamic schools. Your voice and experiences can help guide school improvement, reform, and community growth.

This study exploring the suicide prevention competencies of Muslim faith leaders in Canada, including clergy, Imams, chaplains, and seminary students. The purpose of this study is to better understand the training, practices, and support needs of Muslim religious leaders in relation to suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention in their communities.

The purpose of this study is to explore the mental health impacts of informal caregiving among South Asian and Middle Eastern adults in the United States who provide care for their aging, immigrant parents or in-laws. Informal caregiving, while often framed as an act of love and cultural responsibility, is associated with significant stress, anxiety, and psychological burden. At the same time, cultural protective factors—such as religious coping, family loyalty, and community support—may buffer against negative mental health outcomes.

Since October 2023, reports of Westerners embracing Islam have grown. Many link this shift to the livestreamed Gaza genocide and the Islamically rooted resilience of the Gazan people. Digital da‘wa efforts have also grown, giving non-Muslims direct access to Islam as told by Muslims themselves. This study examines the relationship between the war in Gaza, the rise of Muslim voices on Islam, and the reported increased conversions in the US.

The aim of this study is to understand the intersection of infertility and faith better and explore how faith/religiosity shapes perceptions of this journey. The study also examines how faith/religion influence ethical decision-making related to assisted reproductive technologies (ART).

Seeking a researcher with a strong background in publishing in the field of special education or education in general.

Request: Peer-review articles before submission to minimize rejections

Does not need to specialize in the Muslim community

Calling all Muslim parents or primary caretakers of children ages 0-18 to take part in a 20-minute survey for a new study on Muslim parenting and how families approach raising children within an Islamic framework.

The current study aims to recruit Muslims living in the United States with depression to examine their experiences around mental health issues and help-seeking. The present study will help to improve the understanding of mental health-related experiences among Muslims living in the United States.