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Question: My
son, Ghulam Hussain, aged approximately twelve years, reports experiencing fear
during the night despite sharing a room with me. Despite my reassurances—that
fear is a characteristic of weakness and that there is no reason for him to be
afraid with me present—he continues to insist that he perceives figures or
shadows, such as seeing a person standing outside the room or walking in the
courtyard. These apparitions vanish unexpectedly. Initially, I considered these
perceptions to be products of imagination, yet his persistent complaints have
led me to seek further guidance.
Answer:
The
nature of these experiences, often described as sightings of 'shadows,' is a
complex phenomenon that will be elucidated further, God willing, in future
discussions. In addressing this concern, it is recommended to adjust the
child’s dietary regimen, specifically by reducing the intake of sodium (salt)
to a minimum. Ideally, a complete elimination of salt from his diet for a
period of one week is advised. Following this, salt may be reintroduced
gradually, in small quantities. In contrast, the consumption of sweet foods
should be moderately increased. This dietary alteration, when followed
consistently for seven to ten days, is expected to alleviate the child's
perception of shadows and reduce his fear, restoring a sense of psychological
calm, by the grace of Allah the Almighty.
Khwaja Shamsuddin Azeemi
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