AYURVEDIC INSIGHTS INTO DEPRESSION
Depression is a mental health condition that affects how a person feels, thinks, and handles daily activities. It can cause persistent sadness, loss of interest, and a lack of energy. While it’s common to feel low sometimes, depression is deeper and lasts longer. Understanding depression is the first step toward healing. Depression is not just an emotional state—it also has a strong link to changes in brain chemistry and body functions. It affects the balance of neurotransmitters like serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine, which help regulate mood, sleep, and energy. Stress hormones such as cortisol may also rise, impacting the brain’s structure and function over time. Understanding the physiological side of depression helps us see that it is a real medical condition, not a weakness or choice
Cause
- Genetic factors
- Brain chemistry imbalance
- Hormonal changes
- Chronic stress
- Traumatic life events
- Medical conditions (e.g., thyroid issues, chronic pain)
- Certain medications
- Lack of social support
- Substance abuse
- Poor lifestyle habits (e.g., lack of sleep, poor diet)
- Personality traits (e.g., low self-esteem, pessimism)
- Family history of depression
Risk factors
- Gender –female
- Genetics
- Financial troubles
- Medications like corticosteroids
- Vitamin deficiencies etc
Symptoms
- Persistent sadness or empty mood
- Loss of interest or pleasure in activities
- Fatigue or low energy
- Changes in appetite or weight
- Sleep disturbances (insomnia or oversleeping)
- Difficulty concentrating or making decisions
- Feelings of worthlessness or guilt
- Restlessness or slowed movements
- Irritability or agitation
- Thoughts of death or suicide
- Physical aches or pains without clear cause
- Social withdrawal or isolation
Modern medicine suggests you antidepressants with high rate of side effects like memory problems, headache, body aches etc
Ayurvedic way of management
In Ayurveda, mental health is deeply connected to the balance of the mind (Manas) and the three fundamental energies called doshas—Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. When these energies are in harmony, the mind remains clear, calm, and joyful. However, an imbalance, especially of Vata and Kapha, can lead to mental disturbances like depression and anxiety. Ayurveda views the mind and body as one, so mental health depends on the proper flow of life energy (Prana), healthy digestion (Agni), and the removal of toxins (Ama) from the body. Practices such as meditation, yoga, pranayama (breathing exercises), and a nourishing diet of sattvic (pure and fresh) foods are essential for maintaining mental clarity and emotional balance. Herbal remedies and detox therapies also support mind health by restoring natural equilibrium and promoting inner peace.
Ayurveda corelate depression with vishada roga, which can be successfully treated naturally. Pure health Ayurvedic medical centre , Abushagara sharjah provide you holistic health with better life. Our treatment focus on improving your satva guna and reduce rajas and tamas from the vitiated mind. This can be possible by different ayurvedic treatments like shirodhara, shirovasthi,shiro abhyanga, takradhar, abhyanga, swedana, dhara etc will stimulate the nerves and increase the blood circulation. Pure health Ayurvedic medical centre is the top 1 ayurvedic treatment centre in Sharjahfor mental health and relaxation.
We can manage depression in a safe and effective way. Internally medicines like saraswatharishtam, mahakalyanaka ghrtam, bhrami vati, ashwagandha rasayanam etc boost the mentalpower and rejuvenate mentally and physically. Yoga helps to expel toxins from mind and meditation brings you a positive vibe.Remember, healing is possible and you don’t have to walk the path alone.
