How Is Depression Treated in Ayurveda, and Can It Be Managed Naturally? - #12981
I’ve been struggling with depression and anxiety for a long time, and while medication helps, I don’t want to depend on it forever. I recently started researching depression in Ayurveda, and I found that Ayurveda treats mental health differently than modern medicine. Instead of focusing just on brain chemicals, Ayurveda looks at digestion, dosha imbalances, and lifestyle factors. I read that herbs like Brahmi, Ashwagandha, and Shankhpushpi are recommended for calming the mind. But how effective are they for long-term depression management? Are there specific Ayurvedic treatments, like Panchakarma detox or meditation techniques, that can help with mood balance? Has anyone used Ayurveda for depression, and did it help? How long did it take for you to see improvement, and what treatments or lifestyle changes made the biggest difference?
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