Psychology: Borderline Personality Disorder In Islamic View

Borderline Personality Disorder In Islamic Psychology (BPD)

Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a mental health disorder that is characterized by a pattern of unstable relationships, distorted self-image, and impulsive behaviors. While there is limited research on BPD from an Islamic psychological perspective, some scholars have explored the concept of BPD within the context of Islamic psychology.

One such scholar is Dr. Ahmad Al-Karadaghi, who has written about the concept of BPD in relation to the Islamic concept of nafs (the self or the ego). In Islamic psychology, the nafs is considered to be the driving force behind human behavior and can be divided into three categories: the nafs al-ammara (the commanding self), the nafs al-lawwama (the reproachful self), and the nafs al-mutmainna (the content self). Dr. Al-Karadaghi suggests that individuals with BPD may exhibit characteristics of the nafs al-ammara, which is characterized by impulsivity, selfishness, and a lack of self-control.

Other Islamic scholars have written about the role of spiritual and religious practices in the treatment of BPD. For example, Dr. Tariq Ramadan has suggested that spiritual practices such as prayer and meditation may be helpful in managing the symptoms of BPD and improving overall well-being.

It is important to note that while these ideas may be helpful in understanding BPD from an Islamic perspective, it is important for individuals with BPD to receive evidence-based treatment from mental health professionals. This may include therapies such as dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT) or cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).


References:

Al-Karadaghi, A. (n.d.). The self in Islamic psychology. Retrieved from https://www.islamic-awareness.org/psychology/self/

Ramadan, T. (2012). Islam and the Arab awakening. Oxford, UK: Oxford University Press.

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