Dr. Mohammad Mehaidat
Research made readable.
Writing on clinical psychology, chronic pain, psychological wellbeing, family counseling, and spiritual guidance — grounded in research, accessible to all.
The Term "Chronic" Pain and Its Effect on Pain Perception, Acceptance, and Management Outcomes
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.
Psychology Theories and the Islamic Perspective — Part 2 of 3
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.
Words That Hurt: Medical Terms That Need Rethinking
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.