Dear Viewers!
It is with great pleasure and enthusiasm that I offer to you Rawan Online, the first website on the psychology and mental health of Afghans!
Rawan Online is the first step towards raising awareness on and improving the field of psychology and mental health in Afghanistan.
This website takes pride in its collaborative effort, and therefore, invites all professionals and experts to share scholarly works and information on their research in the area of mental health of Afghans.
The main objectives of this website are:
• Providing basic, scientific, and useful information on general psychology and mental health
• Focusing on the improvement of mental health of Afghans
• Reducing the stigma associated with mental disorders among Afghans
• Highlighting efforts and achievements in the field of mental health in Afghanistan
• Providing updated publications on mental health and psychology
• Connecting students and experts in Afghanistan and abroad involved in the area of mental health
Dr. Esmael Darman, MD
M.S. Clinical & Counseling PsychologyCategories
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Three Major Elements in Solving Marital Conflicts
Posted on March 11, 2013 | No CommentsIt is logical to expect a totally conflict-free marital relationship? -
Afghan Couples, the West, and a Shift in Status
Posted on January 24, 2013 | No CommentsA shift in family dynamic is one of the major causes of marital conflict -
How Jumping to Conclusions Affects Us
Posted on September 10, 2012 | No CommentsIs jumping to conclusion too quickly useful to our relationships? Does it really impact our behavior? How about causing misunderstanding? Read here: -
Can Doctors Learn Empathy?
Posted on July 22, 2012 | No CommentsA new study reveals that people can learn to be empathetic and highlights the important role of empathy in doctor-patient relationship and treatment efficacy. -
To Medicate or Not to Medicate? The Question for Treating Mental Illness
Posted on July 12, 2012 | No CommentsAlthough medication serves a very important role in treating severe cases of mental illness, research has shown many Americans are taking medications that may not work for them... -
The Stigma of Mental Disorders in Afghanistan
Posted on January 23, 2012 | No CommentsUrgent work needs to be done with the people suffering from mental illnesses and their families so they can open up more and accept mental illness as a problem that requires attention. -
What Is Psychotherapy?
Posted on November 5, 2011 | No CommentsWhat is psychotherapy and how it helps people suffering from mental problems? -
How to Treat Schizophrenia? (Part 3)
Posted on November 1, 2011 | No CommentsThis article explains the treatment options for schizophrenia, including medications and psychosocial interventions, how families can help, and the future of patients suffering from schizophrenia.