Rediscovering Daivavyapashraya Chikitsa: Traditional Spiritual Therapies for Holistic Mental Health Care

Abstract

Daivavyapashraya Chikitsa, an integral pillar of Ayurvedic medicine, encompasses spiritual therapies aimed at restoring balance to the mind, body, and soul. Rooted in ancient Indian wisdom, this approach integrates rituals, mantras, meditation, and divine interventions to address mental health disorders holistically. In the modern era, where mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, and stress-related disorders are prevalent, revisiting Daivavyapashraya Chikitsa offers a complementary framework to conventional psychiatric care. This abstract explores the principles, practices, and therapeutic mechanisms of Daivavyapashraya Chikitsa, emphasizing its role in fostering emotional resilience and spiritual well-being. By examining traditional texts and contemporary case studies, the study highlights how spiritual therapies, including mantra chanting, yajnas (sacred rituals), and astrological remedies, influence psychosomatic health. The integration of these practices with modern psychotherapy and mindfulness-based interventions is discussed, underscoring their potential to enhance mental health outcomes. This rediscovery of Daivavyapashraya Chikitsa advocates for a synergistic model of care, blending ancient spiritual wisdom with evidence-based modern approaches to promote holistic mental health.