Sayyida Basma Al Said on the importance of nurturing mental health during Ramadan: ‘It’s not easy to admit you need help’

Sayyida Basma Al Said on the importance of nurturing mental health during Ramadan: ‘It’s not easy to admit you need help’

Ramadan is a joyous and unifying experience, a time of spiritual reflection, self-improvement, worship and heightened devotion.

However, the challenges posed by the holy month might feel insurmountable for many, particularly for those affected by mental health issues.

"Ramadan is a very festive, happy month. It teaches patience and detoxes your body. However, it's a very delicate period for people suffering from mental health issues such as eating disorders," says Sayyida Basma Al Said, founder of Whispers of Serenity, the first mental health clinic in Oman.





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