Treatment of Unmada through Ayurveda: A Case Study
Author : Dr. Anupam Kanubhai Patel and Dr. Dhara V Patel
Abstract :
Background: Unmada is described in Ayurveda as a severe disorder affecting the mind (manas), intellect (buddhi), consciousness (samjna), memory (smriti), behavior (bhakti), and conduct (achara). It is often correlated with psychiatric conditions in modern medicine such as psychosis or schizophrenia. This case study explores the Ayurvedic diagnosis and management of Unmada through a holistic approach including Shodhana (purification), Shamana (pacification), and Satvavajaya Chikitsa (psychotherapy).
Aims and Objective: To evaluate the efficacy of Ayurvedic management in a case of Unmada.
Methods: A 28-year-old male patient with psychotic features was treated with Shodhana, Shamana, and Satvavajaya Chikitsa. Assessment was done using clinical parameters and BPRS scale.
Results: Significant improvement was observed in symptoms within 45 days.
Conclusion: Ayurveda provides an effective complementary approach in managing Unmada.
Keywords :
Unmada, Ayurveda, Psychosis, Medhya Rasayana, Satvavajaya.
