Resources For Youth

A psychological and spiritual community wellness center advancing the professional practice of psychology rooted in Islamic principles.

1-855-554-2545

info@khalilcenter.com

Committed to optimizing the Muslim community’s emotional health and well-being by mobilizing a network of mental health professionals to ensure all American Muslims have access to high-quality resources.

1-800-273-8255

admin@muslimmentalhealth.com

Interdisciplinary peer-reviewed academic journal and publishes articles exploring social, cultural, medical, theological, historical, and psychological factors affecting the mental health of Muslims in the United States and globally.

editor@muslimmentalhealth.com

We can all help prevent suicide. The 988 Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.

Dial 988

https://988lifeline.org/

The MYPI Wellness House offers basic counseling services for youth and their families by our trusted Muslim mental health professionals. Our referral & resource network is well-rounded and growing; we can help you find a service provider that fits your emotional, spiritual, and personal needs.

http://mw.mypi.org/

Provides helpline counseling for Muslim youth that is accessible 24/7.

(855) 95-AMALA | (855) 952-6252

https://amala.mas-ssf.org/

Provides immediate, anonymous, and confidential support for young Muslims in North America from 12pm-9 pm, 7 days a week (Eastern Standard Time), and via text Monday to Friday.

Naseeha also holds workshops to educate the community about mental health stigma.

https://naseeha.org

Counseling and support are available 24/7 from trained volunteers.

Text SALAM to 741741

https://www.soundvision.com/crisisline

Hotline for Muslim women in North America that provides free, anonymous, and confidential peer-to-peer counseling, open daily from 10 am to 10 pm EST.

1.888.315.NISA | 1-888-315-6472

https://nisahelpline.com/

You can text them for free on WhatsApp or chat with them through their website for faith-based and culturally sensitive support.

Whatsapp Textline: 0808-808-2008

The 988 Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in the United States. We're committed to improving crisis services and advancing suicide prevention by empowering individuals, advancing professional best practices, and building awareness.

Dial 988

https://988lifeline.org/

Ask Allah. He listens: Supplication is the weapon of the believer.

And when My servants ask you, [O Muhammad], concerning Me- indeed I am near. I respond to the invocation of the supplicant when he calls upon Me. (2:186)

1. The Prophet ﷺ stated: "There is nothing more honorable with Allah [Most High] than supplication" (Tirmidhi).
2. He also advised: "The most excellent worship is du'a" (Al-Jami).
3. The Prophet (SAW) advised: "Ask Allah for everything, even the lace of your shoes. If Allah does not provide, it will never be available" (Tirmidhi).
4. The Messenger of Allah (SAW) declared: "By Allah! ask for forgiveness from Allah and turn to Him in repentance more than seventy times a day" (Bukhari).
5. The Messenger of Allah (SAW) stated: "When you are making duaa do not say; 'O Allah, forgive me if You wish. O Allah, forgive me if you wish. 'You should be firm in your asking, for there is no compelling Him." (Malik).
6. The Prophet (SAW) said: "Supplication (duaa) is itself worship. "(He then recited): "And your Lord said: Call on Me, I will answer you"(40:60) (Abi Dáwud).

One day Prophet Muhammad ﷺ noticed a Bedouin leaving his camel without tying it. He asked the Bedouin: "Why don't you tied own your camel? The Bedouin answered: I put my trust in Allah. The Prophet then said: Tie your camel first, then put your trust in Allah" (Tirmidhi).

Once you have done your duty, leave it to Allah to decide the outcome.

Leave the world behind you five times a day. Use the five daily prayers as a means to become more hereafter-oriented and less attached to this temporary world.

Being patient gives us control in situations where we feel we have little or no control. We cannot control what happens to us, but we can control our reaction to our circumstances.

Dhikr: Remembrance of Allah, including prayer, tasbeeh, tahmeed, tahleel (Tahmeed is to say 'Al-hamdu lillähi, Tahleel is to say La ilaaha illaa 'allaahu, and Tasbeeh is to say Subhana"allaahi), making supplication and reading the Qur'an.

And when you have decided, then rely upon Allah. Indeed, Allah loves those who rely [upon Him]. (3:159)

Make ablution, then think of your day. Show gratitude and thank Allah for all the good things you accomplished, like supplication and prayer.

The Prophet (May Allah bless him and grant him peace) said: “I have been sent to perfect good character” (Bukhari – Adab al-Mufrad)

How often do you contemplate your own strengths and weaknesses?

The Prophet (May Allah bless him and grant him peace) said: “The most beloved to me and closest to me on the day of judgement are those who have the best of character” (Tirmidhī)

Engaging in self-reflection and striving for personal growth strengthens our bond with our Creator and aids us in becoming believers who seek His pleasure.

Positive and negative attributes are inherent in all believers.

“And do not be like those who forgot Allah, so He made them forget themselves. It is they who are ˹truly˺ rebellious.” (59:19)

1. The Quranic verse emphasizes a profound connection between God-awareness and self-awareness
2. When I'm having trouble understanding my thoughts, feelings, or emotions, I think of this Ayah and question, "How is my Iman?" It allows me to ponder and contemplate whether the ambiguity within myself is a consequence of my own actions.
3. How self-aware are you? What does that say about your relationship with Allah?

Indeed, Allāh will not change the condition of a people until they change what is in themselves. (13:11)

1. To change what's within oneself, one must first become aware of their inner thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
2. How do my emotions and past traumas impact my behaviors, and the way in which I perceive the world and interact with those around me in?
3. The verse provides hope that when someone sincerely strives to change themselves from within, Allah will help bring about positive changes in their external circumstances.

In this Toolkit you will find grief support:

Grief is a natural response to loss of any kind, whether it’s the death of a loved one or the loss of a job or friendship. Rather than suppressing our emotions during the grieving process, being able to grieve properly with support is the best way to move through the different emotions. In this toolkit, you will find resources for understanding the grieving process, coping with different kinds of loss, and how to provide age-specific support to children and young adults.

It can be overwhelming to think about how to discuss a tragic event with your children. These heartbreaking questions are overwhelming for so many of us. Many of you are wondering what to do and how to make healthy decisions for your family in these difficult times. Maybe your family is directly affected or perhaps the constant media exposure is grating on your emotions and heightening your anxiety. Read here for tips and pointers that we hope will guide and help you and your family.

This thorough resource includes information specific to teens, parents, survivors of suicide attempts, their families, survivors of suicide loss, a section for mental health professionals, imams, educators, and additional resources including infographics, videos, and help-lines.