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Question #5260
135 days ago
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Unmada - #5260

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For the past year, my cousin has been showing signs of extreme anxiety and irrational behavior, and someone in our family mentioned the concept of unmada in Ayurveda. I’ve been reading that unmada refers to mental health imbalances or disturbances caused by dosha imbalances, but I’d like to know more about how it’s diagnosed and treated. Could unmada apply to someone with mood swings and panic attacks? My cousin also has trouble sleeping and sometimes feels disconnected from reality. Would Ayurveda approach unmada with herbs, therapies, or a combination of both? Are there specific signs that clearly indicate unmada rather than another mental health condition? Also, how does Ayurveda view the root causes of unmada? Is it just about mental and emotional factors, or do lifestyle and diet play a big role? If anyone has dealt with unmada in their family or personally, I’d appreciate learning how you managed it and if Ayurvedic treatment was helpful in bringing balance.

Unmada
Mental health ayurveda
Anxiety treatment
Dosha imbalance
Ayurvedic remedies
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134 days ago
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In Ayurveda, unmada refers to a mental disturbance or disorder caused by an imbalance in the doshas, particularly when vata and pitta are aggravated. It can manifest as anxiety, irrational behavior, mood swings, panic attacks, and even disconnection from reality, which seems to align with your cousin's symptoms. The diagnosis of unmada is typically based on a detailed evaluation of physical, mental, and emotional symptoms, with the practitioner assessing the overall balance of the doshas. Treatment often involves a holistic approach, including herbal remedies (such as ashwagandha or brahmi), therapies like Shirodhara, and lifestyle modifications to restore harmony. Ayurveda also emphasizes the importance of a balanced diet, proper sleep, and stress management as key factors in preventing and treating unmada. The root causes are often seen as a combination of mental stress, poor diet, irregular sleep, and emotional factors. By addressing both the mind and body, Ayurvedic treatment can help bring balance and relieve symptoms of unmada.
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