Abstract

Prof. Manohar Ram*

ABSTRACT

By integrating the body, mind, and soul, Ayurveda, the ancient science of life, places a strong emphasis on a holistic approach to health. Mental health (Manas Swasthya) is seen as a crucial aspect of overall wellness, and mentions of Manas may be found in the Atharva Veda, Charaka, and other ancient texts. Ashtanga Sangraha, Sushruta Samhita, and Samhita. According to Ayurveda, health is the balance of Tridosha, Triguna, and Panchamahabhuta, and a person's natural temperament (Prakriti), which they are born with, dictates their psychological and physical inclinations. Classical writings discuss several mental illnesses, including Unmada, Apasmara, and Attatvabhinivesha, and emphasize the contribution of Pragyaparadha (intellectual error) to their development. Specific herbal formulas are promoted for psychological well-being, along with the ideas of seasonal regimens, Satwavajaya Chikitsa, Achar Rasayana, and Sadvritta principles. Ayurveda, on the other hand, had already described the etiopathogenesis and preventive actions of psychosomatic illnesses thousands of years ago, whereas modern medicine only identified them in the early 20th century. This article analyzes the Ayurvedic viewpoint of Manas and its impact on health, compares it to current psychological theories, and highlights the significance of Ayurvedic medicine. contemporary healthcare's foundation in mental health concepts.