Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question I was diagnosed with PTSD from childhood sexual abuse. I don’t remember everything, but I believe I was abused. I’m in therapy, and today my therapist suggested I masturbate because I have no sexual experience besides the abuse. I don’t desire it, but she said it might help prevent […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question My husband accepted Islam but later left the religion, says bad things about Muslims, and lives in sin. Can I remain married to him and pray for his return to Islam, or must I separate until he accepts Islam again? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question If I choose to live with my father to complete my medical education, but he forbids me from speaking to my mother until I visit her once every year or two, will I be sinful for not maintaining contact with her during that time? I cannot afford to stay […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question If I’m overwhelmed by suicidal thoughts and feel punished by Allah for my suffering, will He understand my pain and forgive me if I can’t bear it any longer? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. May Allah ease your pain, forgive your sins, and fill […]