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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Flummoxed by Failure—or Focused?
Posted on July 19, 2012 | No CommentsThis research indicates that it's not about being smart. The key to getting past unsuccessful moments is a flexible view of learning. -
Afghan Women and Uphill Battle
Posted on April 25, 2012 | No CommentsRemaining hopeful in a war-torn country like Afghanistan is difficult but not impossible. Here is why: -
A Possible Epidemic of AIDS in Afghanistan
Posted on April 22, 2012 | No CommentsWith the increasing number of intravenous drug users, HIV contamination can rapidly increase and threaten the health of a large number of citizens unless it is effectively contained. -
Women’s Rights in Afghanistan: From Ethical Commitment to Political Compromise
Posted on March 7, 2012 | No CommentsIn this article, Kabir Salehi explains how patriarchal paradigms shape interpretation of the sacred texts and how political compromises in a traditional society poses strong challenges ahead of women. -
Why Are People Different?
Posted on March 7, 2012 | No CommentsWhy are people different from one another? Professor Paul Bloom addresses this question by reviewing the latest theories and research in psychology on two traits in particular: personality and intelligence -
What Self-Immolation Means to Afghan Women
Posted on March 3, 2012 | No CommentsIn this article, Dr. Nahid Aziz highlights the phenomenon of self-immolation among Afghan women and its causes from a psychological perspective and recommends some solutions. -
A Person in the World of People: Self and Other, Part II
Posted on February 13, 2012 | No CommentsThis video focuses on several important factors influencing how we form impressions of others, including our ability to form rapid impressions about people, among them stereotypes. -
A Person in the World of People: Self and Other, Part I
Posted on February 3, 2012 | No CommentsThis is the first of two lectures on social psychology, the study of how we think about ourselves, other people, and social groups. -
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. -
The Emergence of Retail Clinics
Posted on January 23, 2012 | No CommentsRetail clinics have started to become more and more popular throughout the world as an alternative to the traditional forms of medical care, a tool where countries such as Afghanistan may use as an economic and public health booster. -
Will Your Friendship Last?
Posted on January 5, 2012 | No CommentsThis article includes some good tips for both single and married friends, how to strengthen friendship, and how to approach those friends who have views different from ours -
Bipolar Disorder: Diagnosis & Treatment
Posted on December 11, 2011 | No CommentsWhat are the treatments for Bipolar Disorder? Are medications enough? How can we get help? Read here.