Classical Islam: Approaches to Depression and Anxiety
Asim Yusuf|/by/asim-yusuf
Asim Yusuf|/by/asim-yusuf
Cardiff University|/source/cardiff-university
By: Asim Yusuf Source: Cardiff University Mar 2, 2019 No Comments
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‘Approaches to Depression and Anxiety in Classical Islam: From Abu Zayd to Abu Hamid Al-Ghazali. Dr. Asim Yusuf is a practicing Consultant Psychiatrist with a special interest in bioethics, spirituality and mental health.
Public Seminar Series
Centre for the Study of Islam in UK
Cardiff University, Wales, United Kingdom
Published on May 1, 2018
Category: Featured, Highlights, Life & Society, Videos
Topics: Abu Zayd Al-Balkhi, Al-Ghazali, Depression, Happiness, Health, Psychology, Soul (Nafs) Values: Compassion, Patience, Spirituality
Views:2867
Topics: Abu Zayd Al-Balkhi, Al-Ghazali, Depression, Happiness, Health, Psychology, Soul (Nafs) Values: Compassion, Patience, Spirituality
Views:2867
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