A summary of Dr. Mehaidat's doctoral research on the psychological effects of pain and disfigurement in burn patients — from the theory of pain and body image to a comparative study of burn patients and a control group in Jordan.

Pain is not only a physical experience — it is profoundly shaped by how we think, feel, and respond to it. This guide presents a structured psychological program for managing chronic pain, drawing on evidence-based techniques that help patients reduce suffering, regain control, and improve quality of life.

Does calling pain "chronic" make it worse? This peer-reviewed article examines how the word itself shapes a patient's perception, acceptance, and ultimately their treatment outcomes — and why it may be time to reconsider its use in clinical practice.

How can a therapist integrate religious beliefs into clinical sessions? In Part 3, Dr. Mehaidat presents practical tools: Quranic verses, prophetic hadith, stories of the prophets, supplication, and belief in divine decree — as genuine therapeutic strategies.

Are Western psychological theories directly applicable in Arab societies? In Part 2, Dr. Mehaidat discusses the limitations of these theories, the importance of reclaiming the Islamic psychological tradition, and the role of language in therapy.

Human beings instinctively seek a source of strength and psychological stability. In Part 1 of this series, Dr. Mehaidat explores the relationship between human nature and faith, and how the Quran addresses the soul, mind, and self.

From the word "patient" to "kidney failure" — the words we use in clinical settings carry real psychological weight. Dr. Mehaidat explores how language can be part of healing or part of the harm.

When a family member is diagnosed with a chronic or serious illness, they do not carry the burden alone. This article explores the psychological impact on the whole family and how they can be supported.

Pain is more than the body's alarm signal. Why chronic pain is as much a psychological experience as a physical one, and what that means for treatment.

Depression is not a personality weakness or a passing sadness. It is a complex, treatable condition that affects thinking, feeling and behavior.

The loss of pleasure in life is one of the most misunderstood symptoms of depression. It is not laziness or ingratitude — it is a real neurological shift that can be treated.

Catastrophizing is among the most studied psychological factors in chronic pain, and one of the most treatable. How negative thoughts amplify pain.