Factors Affecting Prenatal Development : An Analysis from the Sunnah and Contemporary Psychology

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Recent investigations suggest that certain factors play an important role in the development of a child during prenatal period. This article aims to examine the factors affecting prenatal development, significantly, before and during pregnancy with respect to the development of a child’s personality at later stages of life.

The Sunnah and contemporary psychology highlight a number of factors that may have direct or indirect impact on maternal and fetus health. The Sunnah explicitly discusses these factors from a religious and humanistic paradigm for maternal-child health and care during pregnancy. Conversely, contemporary psychologists examine such factors based on the investigations conducted during pregnancy. In order to provide a comprehensive overview of the issue, this research employs content analysis methodology to find out commonalities and differences between the authentic traditions (Hadīths) of the Prophet Muhammad (S.W.A) and contemporary psychological studies and research.

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