Maryam Ameri

Department of Forensic Medicine, School of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.

[ 1 ] - A case report of genital self-mutilation in a patient with psychosis

Background: Self-mutilation is one of the most extreme types of self-harm, which is done deliberately to hurt the body, regardless of suicidal intent. In self-mutilation, the most important targets are the eyes, genital tract, and hands. So far, genital self-mutilation (GSM) has been less frequently reported around the world. According to our study, this is the first case of GSM reported in Ira...

[ 2 ] - The Importance of Breastfeeding Based on Islamic Rules and Qur’an

The Qur’an, the word of God, is the best book that has been revealed to guide human beings contains a complete plan of human life. However, in addition to educational, ethical, and religious issues, it also contains valuable scientific information. Several verses in the Holy Qur’an discuss the importance of breast milk and its proper planning. Qur’an also orders up parents, especially mothers, ...