The book DHIKR FOR BRAIN HEALTH explores the intertwined aspects of Islamic
spiritual practice, particularly dhikr (remembrance of Allah), and its potential impacts
on brain health and overall wellbeing, writ large in the context of medical science. The
author asserts that human beings are complex, organic entities comprising physical,
psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions, making a holistic approach to health
essential.
In this discourse, the author critiques the tendency of many medical professionals to
solely rely on sensationalized Western medicine while neglecting local wisdom and
traditional therapies that could enhance medical understanding and patient care. This
is exemplified by the author’s reflections on a personal experience at a religious
gathering where participants engaged in dhikr. Observing how dhikr affected
individuals with neurological issues, including anxiety and depression, sparked the
author’s curiosity about the potential therapeutic effects of such spiritual practices.
Dr. dr. Arman Yurisaldi Saleh, MS, Sp.S
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