Shari’ah and Family Dynamics:

Psychological Perspectives on Marriage, Divorce, and Coping Mechanisms

Kalpana Mote

Pravin Sonune

 

Abstract: This article examines the intersection between Shari’ah, family dynamics, and psychological well-being, with particular attention to marriage, divorce, and coping mechanisms within Muslim communities. Employing a mixed-methods design, the research explores how adherence to Shari’ah-based marital principles influences emotional health, relationship satisfaction, and post-divorce adjustment. Quantitative data assess the correlation between Shari’ah alignment, marital stability, and psychological outcomes, while qualitative interviews capture individual experiences of faith-based coping and resilience. The findings reveal that observance of Shari’ah fosters harmony, mutual respect, and emotional balance in family life. Participants demonstrated that spiritual practices, such as prayer, reflection, and community support, serve as significant protective factors against marital stress and post-divorce distress. The article concludes that integrating Islamic jurisprudential values with modern psychological frameworks enhances therapeutic relevance for Muslim clients. By bridging religious ethics and psychological science, this research contributes to the development of culturally and spiritually sensitive models of family counselling and mental health intervention within contemporary Islamic contexts.