Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences
April 8, 2026
Janki Vekariya, Jhanvi P. Sarvaiya, Arpan Bhatt et al.
Background: Older adults often face challenges such as bereavement, reduced income and loss of purpose after retirement. Despite their societal contributions, exposure to ageism can adversely affect their mental health. According to WHO, around 14% of adults aged 60 and above live with a mental issues like depression, anxiety and stress. Mantras are considered effective for addressing mental...
Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences
April 8, 2026
K. D. Chavda, Prachi Vora, A. Baghel et al.
Background: Stress is a natural response to challenging situations, affecting people worldwide, with higher prevalence during the pandemic. Studies show that professional students, especially in medical and engineering fields, experience more stress. Ayurveda links mental strength, or Sattvabala, to overall well-being, emphasizing its role in maintaining calmness and resilience. Acharya Charaka...
Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences
January 16, 2026
Shalini Thakur, Thakur Shalini
The doctrine of Shadchakra (six chakras) forms an essential part of yoga, tantra and Ayurvedic philosophy. These chakras are described as subtle centers of energy located along the spinal pathway, each influencing human physiology, psychology and spiritual evolution. The six principal chakras - Mūlādhāra, Svādhisthāna, Maņipūra, Anāhata, Viśuddha and Ājñā are interconnected with specific...
Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences
June 5, 2025
Amirabbas Abedini
However, Yoga is widely regarded as a very old mind body practice with the potential to lead to mental health and wellbeing. In this study, the supplement of Yoga to pharmacotherapy in the management of mental health disorders was investigated. Although no pharmacological interventions still remain the bedrock of treatment for disease such as depression, anxiety or stress related, Yoga has a...
Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences
June 2, 2025
K. Ranjith Singh, K Archana, K V Swathi et al.
Om chanting is a fundamental practice in yoga and meditation, known for its potential cognitive and physiological benefits. This review aims to explore the effects of Om chanting on cognitive functions, particularly memory, attention, and executive function, among healthy individuals. Several studies indicate that Om chanting modulates brain activity, enhances neural connectivity, and improves...
Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences
July 23, 2024
Divya Sharma, B R Sharma
Background: Meditation that has been a practice for millennia in the present era has gained immense popularity as a stress-coping tool and overall health management and improvement method. Research significantly supports meditation efficacy, revealing beneficial brain and biological changes, leading to improved mental and physical well-being.[1] Methods: Based on an extensive review of...
Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences
December 9, 2023
Sahana Krishna, C.V Rajashekhar
Daivavyapashraya Chikitsa is one of the Mystical therapies mentioned under Trivida Chikitsa according to Ayurveda. Even though this is mentioned in the first-place utmost importance is not given nowadays as a treatment is concerned. Knowingly or unknowingly these Chikitsa principles are being carried out in different parts of the world as a part of religious belief. The concept of Pindanda and...