Cartesian dualism has historically kept mental and physical ailments in rigid silos, creating persistent bottlenecks in conventional clinical approaches to psychosomatic disorders. Classical Indian philosophical traditions (darsanas), conversely, resolved this split at the foundation itself by treating the psyche and the soma as a single, interdependent continuum. This paper highlights how the...
Aggression and impulsivity are prevalent behavioral tendencies in adolescents that may negatively affect academic performance, social interactions, and engagement during physical education (PE). Although mindfulness-based interventions have shown promise for improving emotional and behavioral regulation, evidence of their effectiveness when delivered within school PE settings remains limited....
The Default Space Theory (DST) of consciousness claims that consciousness arises from bioelectric oscillations across brain and body which become time-locked to form an internal three-dimensionalized “default space” which continuously simulates external reality. Within this frame, we assert that fast rhythms created corticothalamically with the thalamic reticular nucleus (TRN) can become...
Abstract Purpose of Review Female orgasmic disorder/difficulty (FOD) remains prevalent, yet treatments are limited and outcomes variable. Traditional approaches have focused primarily on stimulation, behavioral techniques, sex therapy, and psychological processes, without fully accounting for state-dependent and non-genital pathways through which orgasm may become accessible. These pathways may...
Alcohol Dependence Syndrome is a major health problem that affects the physical, psychological, social, and emotional well-being of individuals. Patients with Alcohol Dependence Syndrome commonly experience psychological problems such as anxiety, which may adversely affect treatment adherence, interpersonal relationships, quality of life, and recovery. Therefore, effective non-pharmacological...
High-stress workplaces, such as active-duty armed forces, make objective, continuous assessment of distress difficult.Smart wearables embedded with AI would provide an ideal alternative to self-reporting.To assess the ability of a commercially available AI-based EEG device, to compare the effectiveness of these techniques, and to compare their effectiveness on stressrelated neurophysiological...
Teachers across the world are experiencing high levels of stress, emotional exhaustion, and burnout. These challenges affect not only their own well-being but also the quality of teaching and classroom climate. At the same time, schools are increasingly exploring holistic approaches such as yoga, pranayama, and meditation to support teacher wellness and professional effectiveness. This paper...
Background: Medical students often experience high levels of academic stress, sedentary lifestyle, and irregular routines, all of which can adversely impact both physical and mental health. Yoga, that integrates asanas, pranayama, and meditation, has gained increasing attention in modern health research for its potential holistic benefits. This study aims to evaluate the effect of a structured...
The “Yogavijam” is a profound Sanskrit text that explores the intricate path to spiritual liberation, emphasizing the inseparable nature of knowledge and yogic practice. The work begins with a devotional invocation and then delves into the nature of existence, positing that the soul, originally pure and divine, becomes entangled in the cycle of birth and death due to ego and the influence of...
BackgroundPostgraduate students are six times more susceptible to mental health challenges than the general adult population, making it imperative to identify effective initiatives to support them. This is particularly relevant for master’s and doctorate students undertaking distance-learning programmes as this is a dimension of the student experience that remains unexplored. Meditation...