CRITICAL REVIEW OF VARDHAKYA-JANYA MANOVIKARA WITH SPECIAL EMPHASIS ON THEIR SAMPRAPTI
Abstract
Pranavayu, Sadhaka Pitta and Tarpaka Kapha plays an important role in Vardhakya Janya Manovikar Samprapti as all three entities are related with Buddhi, Mana and Indriya as well as their sthana is also common i.e. Mastishka. Treatment of such condition is only possible when Dushti as well as Dravya-Guna-KarmatahaKshaya of specific entities are taken care of. When this etiopathogenesis behind psychological disorders in old age taken into consideration, it will clear our view for treatment planning not only with Dhee, Dhairya and AatmadiVijnana but also with Ojovardhaka Dravyas.
It is said that, old age is second childhood, so, at most care should be taken while dealing with old age people, because, as like small kids this age group also possess very sensitive mindset which need to be handle very gently, carefully and affectionately. Some changes on Psychological ground are expected, accepted and unavoidable in old age, that has to be taken care by family members with good communication, nutritious diet and healthy household atmosphere, but if the signs and symptoms cross the boundary line between physiological changes and mental illness and it should be treated by medication, diet and counseling.
Key Words – Ayurveda, Jara Chikitsa, Vardhakya Janya Mano Vikar, Mano Vikar Samprapti
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