Will a person afflicted with a mental disorder attain the virtue of patience if they intentionally stop taking medication? And does alternative treatment or religious service affect this virtue? What are the degrees of reliance on God (tawakkul) and certainty (yaqin) in this case? And will they be rewarded for their previous patience before knowing about the disorder?

All actions taken by a sick person to alleviate their illness, such as using medication, ruqyah (exorcism/healing recitation), or physical therapy, are considered forms of treatment. The majority of scholars believe that treatment is permissible, while the Shafi'is and some Hanbalis are of the opinion that it is recommended, citing the actions of the Prophet, peace be upon him. The majority of Hanbalis, however, believe that refraining from treatment is better, as it is closer to reliance on Allah (tawakkul).

The preferred view is that for someone whose reliance on Allah is strong, it is better for them to endure the pain and not seek treatment or pray for the illness to be removed, as long as it does not reach a level of harm and destruction. However, for someone whose spiritual resolve is weak, it is better for them to take the easier path. Illnesses themselves are expiations for sins, and they do not depend on intention or patience. However, reward and recompense are contingent upon patience and contentment with them. The reward is for voluntary actions, while the recompense for ailments and calamities is the expiation of sins.