Ethical Foundations and Guidelines in Islāmic Psychology

AbdulGafar O. Fahm (Senior Lecturer, University of Ilorin, Nigeria)

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28 May 2025

Islamic & Arabic philosophy; Islam; Counselling & advice services; Mental health law; Psychotherapy

Series: Islamic Psychology and Psychotherapy

This book provides theoretical foundations and practical guidelines for an ethically competent integration of Islam and mental health practice.

The book starts with a foundational introduction on the interface between Islam as a religion and mental health practice. It provides a summary of the ethical challenges and concerns raised in mainstream psychological literature along with a set of Islamically-informed ethical guidelines for the integration of Islam and mental health practice. Taking into account the richness of the Islamic tradition and the nuances of the Islamic and Muslim cultures, these guidelines will include both general principles and specific considerations. The book finishes by exploring Islamic ethics outside of the therapy room in relation to research and social justice.

Filling a critical void in both Islamic mental health literature and ethics literatures, this text provides mental health practitioners, instructors and researchers, and students worldwide with the tools for an ethical integration of Islam within mental health practices.

By: AbdulGafar O. Fahm (Senior Lecturer University of Ilorin Nigeria)
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 138mm,
Weight: 453g
ISBN: 9781032657349
ISBN 10: 1032657340
Series: Islamic Psychology and Psychotherapy
Pages: 136
Publication Date: 28 May 2025
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Primary , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

1. Introduction Part 1:Foundations of Islamic Ethics 2. The Concept of Ethics in Islam 3. Moral Development in Islamic Psychology Part 2:Applying Islamic Ethics in Psychological Practice 4. Ethical Dilemmas and Challenges in Islamic Psychology 5. Ethical Guidelines for Muslim Psychologists Part 3: Contemporary Issues in Islamic Ethics and Psychology 6. Islamic Ethics and Social Justice 7. Ethical Considerations in Islamic Research 8. Conclusion

AbdulGafar O. Fahm is a Reader in the Department of Religions at the University of Ilorin, Nigeria, specializing in Islamic Studies. He holds a Ph.D. in Islamic Spirituality and Contemporary Society from the International Islamic University Malaysia. His research focuses on Islamic ethics, spirituality, and civilization. Dr. Fahm has authored numerous scholarly articles on religion, ethics, and socio-spiritual issues. A recipient of multiple academic awards, he is an active member of several professional societies, including the American Psychological Association. His work bridges Islamic thought and modern ethical challenges, offering insights into contemporary psychological discourse

Reviews for Ethical Foundations and Guidelines in Islāmic Psychology

""Ethical Foundations and Guidelines in Islāmic Psychology is a groundbreaking work that integrates the ethical traditions of Islam with contemporary psychological practice. It is a part of the Focus Series on Islāmic Psychology and Psychotherapy. The book is rooted in the Qur’ān and Sunnah, and offers a comprehensive exploration of core ethical principles, providing invaluable guidance for Islāmic therapists, counsellors, and academics. It examines crucial topics such as moral development, cultural competence, therapeutic integrity, and social justice, making it a vital resource for those seeking to align their psychological practice with Islāmic values. This book serves as both a theoretical foundation and a practical guide. A must-read for anyone invested in the intersection of faith and psychology, it illuminates a path toward ethically sound and spiritually enriched mental health care."" Professor Dr G.Hussein Rassool, Professor of Islāmic Psychology, Centre for Islāmic Studies & Civilisations, Charles Sturt University, Australia