Affiliation:
1. Vellore Institute of Technology, India
Abstract
The goal of this chapter is to examine India's rich history of traditional medicines and how they might improve mental health. Ayurveda, yoga, and meditation are a few of the holistic healing practices that have a long history in India and have been utilized for ages to support mental, emotional, and spiritual harmony. This chapter will explore the special features of conventional Indian remedies and practices that support mental health. It will go through important elements, including herbal treatments, dietary suggestions, lifestyle changes, mindfulness, and energy healing modalities, focusing on their function in reducing stress, anxiety, and depression, as well as enhancing general mental health. The chapter will examine scientific studies and clinical data that support the effectiveness of traditional Indian remedies in promoting mental health. It will also examine opportunities and obstacles for incorporating conventional Indian medicine into contemporary mental health care.