Depression & Anxiety: The Causes & Treatment According to the Quran

Imam Muhammad Sa'id Ramadan al-Buti
Mahdi Lock and Hazem Nasr (Translation and Summary)
Paperback, 174 pages
9789811876363

This book was one of the titles selected for the Al-Fihyriya Book Club for Women.

In a world plagued by depression and anxiety, this work explores these ailments from a unique perspective. Based on the teachings of Imam Muhammad Sa'id Ramadan al-Buti, this groundbreaking book unveils hidden causes often overlooked within a secular paradigm.

Delving into different types of depression and anxiety linked to specific causes, it emphasises the role of a strengthened relationship with Allah in finding healing and empowerment. This book offers spiritual enrichment, guiding readers to lessen their attachment to this world, purify their hearts and souls, and understand the purpose of their existence.

By drawing nearer to Allah and embracing the teachings of the Quran, readers gain the competence and strength to face life's challenges without succumbing to anxiety or depression. With insightful appendices and additional resources, Depression and Anxiety: The Causes and Treatment According to the Quran provides the tools for a deeper understanding, guiding individuals towards the emotional well-being and inner peace that comes from being close to one's Lord.

Contents
1. What are the Underlying Causes of Depression and Anxiety
2. The First Cause: Not Knowing the Reality of Life
3. The Second Cause: Fear of the Future
4. The Third Cause: Fear of Adversity and Affliction
5. The Third Cause (Continued): Fear of Adversity and Affliction - Having No Hope of Forgiveness
6. The Fourth Cause: The Fear of Death
7. The Fifth Cause: The Inability to Achieve Personal Ambitions
8. The Fifth Cause: The Inability to Achieve Personal Ambitions (Continued) / Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy Part One
9. The Fifth Cause: The Inability to Achieve Personal Ambitions (Continued) / Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy Part Two
10. Is Sorcery a Cause of Depression?
Appendix A: Causes of Depression and Their Remedies
Appendix B: Man's Love for Allah
Appendix C: How Do You Treat Depression?
Appendix D: Mental Illness