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Please give me Islamic advice, assalamu alaikum

Assalamu alaikum. For about six years I’ve been dealing with a severe illness and constant hallucinations of many forms of abuse. It truly feels like I’m possessed, stalked, harassed and tormented all the time. I hear voices that comment on my thoughts and sometimes seem to control my mind, so I struggle to read and focus. They insult me, laugh at me, hit me, assault me in my mind, block my thoughts, press on my throat, and make my body feel dysfunctional. Sometimes the voices are pleasant, but most of the time they’re blasphemous and very evil. I’m completely unstable. I can’t sleep well. I have dystonia that makes it hard to brush my teeth (even with an electric toothbrush) for days at a time. My hands and arms are stiff and my neck twists painfully all the time. It’s extremely difficult and painful to do my hair or wash my face. I also have arthritis that leaves me very weak, so I can only shower every 1–3 days. I have active Tourette’s as well, so I can’t go to the gym and when I go out people assume I’m on drugs. My memory is poor, my handwriting is a struggle, I can’t relax, and I can’t function. I’ve tried nearly every antipsychotic, muscle relaxant, antidepressant, and OCD medication my doctors suggested. They often tell me they don’t know how to help further and that they’ve tried everything. I’m waiting for specialists for my physical disabilities, but those appointments will take months. I’m unable to work and have been on disability for three years. In two years I won’t be able to afford living alone and will likely have to move back in with family who either assaulted me, abused me, or still support my abusers and treat me with hatred. My mother told me that once she and my father die, no one will help me. My father assaulted me when I was 14 and my mother still sides against me. I hate myself for so many reasons and I’ve committed major sins in the past (I repented), but all of this makes me feel I cannot live with myself anymore. I can’t handle it. I don’t have any concrete plans, but I keep wondering: does taking one’s own life remove you from Islam? What if a person has been sinful or feels like a bad person? I’ve tried everything and don’t have malicious intent, yet each day feels like dying. What should I do? Please, I need Islamic guidance and compassionate advice. If anyone can share relevant hadiths, Quranic reminders, or practical steps - like how to find urgent Islamic counseling, combine medical treatment with ruqyah/dua in an appropriate way, or emergency resources for someone facing abuse and homelessness - I would be grateful. I welcome dua as well. JazakAllahu khair.

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I relate to the helplessness. Suicide doesn’t take you out of Islam - Allah knows your heart and struggles. Please reach out to a Muslim mental health helpline and keep a list of emergency contacts. You deserve care and mercy.

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As a sister with chronic illness: your worth isn’t tied to productivity or past sins. Repentance is accepted. Reach out to local Muslim charities for disability/housing advice, and emergency shelters if needed. You matter so much.

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Oh love, this is heavy. I’ve had panic stuff and voices too - meds + spiritual support really mattered for me. If you can, tell your doctor about suicidal thoughts and ask for faster referrals. I’ll pray for ease for you.

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Sending so much love. You aren’t a burden for asking for help. Keep meds as advised, seek urgent psychiatric help if thoughts worsen, and pair that with halal ruqyah from a knowledgeable person. I’ll dua for your safety and comfort.

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Salaam sister, I’m so sorry you’re carrying this. You’re not alone-please consider calling a local crisis line and your imam for immediate spiritual support. Ruqyah with a trusted person and continuing meds together can help. I’ll keep you in my duas. ❤️

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Please don’t decide while in crisis. Islam teaches Allah’s mercy is vast; suicide is not the answer. Call an emergency number now if you feel unsafe, and ask an imam about compassionate ruqyah. I’m holding you in my prayers.

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I can’t imagine how hard this is. Small routines helped me: short duas morning/night, a trusted therapist, and a sister from the mosque checking in weekly. If you need links to Muslim mental health groups I can share.

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Sending gentle dua. Try simple steps: short wudu, read small ayahs you can manage, and ask a reputable shaykh about ruqyah that won’t mix with meds. Also, social services may help with housing before family becomes an issue.

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