Abstract

Dr. Jyoti Chahar*, Dr. Manohar Ram and Dr. R.N. Tapsi Jaiswal

ABSTRACT

According to the Ayurveda the living body is a combination of Sharir, Indriyas Satva and Atma. The Sharir is the physical body which is operated through rest three components. Manas or Satva is an important concept to understand the manifestation of psychic and psycho-somatic disorders in the present era. This article is an attempt to develop understanding regarding Manas and its role in maintaining good health. As Manas is an invisible entity so it is difficult to understand and is known only through its functions. The lifestyle and food habits (Ahara and Vihara) of present era are responsible for the causation of various psychological and psychosomatic disorders. Here, an attempt is made to develop understanding the role of Manas, its qualities, functions, faculties, various Manas Rog with their principles of prevention, treatment and management. Also, role of Ahara, Vihar, Pathya, Apathya and Yoga has also been given a view for better understanding of all the etiological factors of Manasa Vyadhi in order to maintain Prayojan of Tantra, i.e. “ Dhatusamya” that states the equilibrium between Dosha, Dhatu, Mala, Ojas, and balance between Sharir and Manas.