Mind-Body Medicine In Ayurveda: Integrating Mental, Emotional, And Physical Health
Priyanshu Mishra, Surybhan Singh, Vikash Bajpai, Avinash Kumar, Dr.deepika Chauhan, Dr. Abhinav
Adolescencia e Saude July 16, 2026 DOI: 10.67440/ahj.v21i4s.1150 (opens in new tab) via OpenAlex
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractAyurveda's holistic mind-body medicine integrates mental, emotional, and physical health. The chapter describes the three Gunas (Sattva, Rajas, Tamas) as fundamental qualities shaping mental constitution, and Ayurveda's psychosomatic framework shows how emotional imbalances influence the doshas and contribute to disease. Therapeutic approaches include Medhya Rasayanas (cognitive-enhancing herbs), dietary principles, Panchakarma detoxification, and consciousness-based practices like yoga and meditation. Scientific validation of Ayurvedic interventions through neurobiological research and clinical efficacy studies is reviewed, along with opportunities for integrating Ayurveda with contemporary psychotherapy. The analysis argues that Ayurveda's holistic approach offers essential insights for addressing modern mental health challenges by recognizing the inseparable unity of body, mind, and consciousness.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Keywords | Mental health Psychological intervention Consciousness Alternative medicine Clinical practice |
| Key finding | Argues that Ayurveda's holistic approach offers essential insights for addressing modern mental health challenges through its recognition of the inseparable unity of body, mind, and consciousness in health and healing. |
Abstract
This chapter explores Ayurveda's comprehensive approach to mind-body medicine, examining how this ancient Indian healing system integrates mental, emotional, and physical dimensions of health. The chapter discusses the three Gunas (Sattva, Rajas, and Tamas) as fundamental qualities shaping mental constitution and psychological well-being, followed by Ayurveda's psychosomatic framework demonstrating how emotional imbalances influence the doshas and contribute to disease. Therapeutic approaches are examined, including Medhya Rasayanas (cognitive-enhancing herbs), dietary principles, Panchakarma detoxification, and consciousness-based practices such as yoga and meditation. The chapter reviews scientific validation of Ayurvedic interventions through neurobiological research and clinical efficacy studies, while exploring opportunities for integrating Ayurvedic principles with contemporary psychotherapy. This analysis demonstrates that Ayurveda's holistic approach offers essential insights for addressing modern mental health challenges through its recognition of the inseparable unity of body, mind, and consciousness in health and healing.