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Review Papers | Ayurveda | India | Volume 12 Issue 11, November 2023 | Rating: 4.8 / 10
Ayurvedic Psychological Interventions in Cancer Care
Dr. Tejendra Singh | Dr. SmitaZambare (Bisht)
Abstract: Ayurveda, an ancient Indian system of medicine, recognizes the importance of psychological well - being in overall health, including Cancer care. Individuals affected with cancer as well as those ongoing the treatment for cancer faces a lot of psychological issues, not addressed in a satisfactory manner through any system of medicine. Cancer patients frequently present with anxiety, depression, post - traumatic stress disorder. Ayurvedic psychological interventions for cancer patients aim to support their mental and emotional well - being, reduce stress and anxiety, improve coping strategies, and enhance overall quality of life. These interventions may include counselling and psychotherapy, stress management techniques, lifestyle and dietary recommendations, herbal remedies, and lifestyle modifications. Counselling and psychotherapy may involve providing emotional support and facilitating healthy coping strategies. Stress management techniques such as meditation, mindful journaling, and relaxation techniques may help patients manage stress and anxiety. Lifestyle and dietary recommendations may focus on maintaining a healthy daily routine, adequate sleep and a nourishing diet. Herbal remedies & herbs may be used to reduce stress and anxiety. Lifestyle modifications may involve regular exercise, spending time in nature, and engaging in enjoyable activities. Thousands of herbal and traditional compounds are being screened worldwide to validate their use as anti - cancerous drugs. The science of Ayurveda is supposed to add a step on to the curative aspects of cancers that have resemblance with clinical entities of Arbuda and Granthi mentioned in Sushruthasamhita. However, Ayurvedic psychological interventions should be used as complementary or supportive therapies in conjunction with conventional cancer care. Further research and clinical studies are needed to establish the safety and efficacy of Ayurvedic psychological interventions in cancer care and to better understand their mechanisms of action.
Keywords: Ayurveda, Cancer care, Arbuda, Granthi, SushruthaSamhita, Psychological interventions & Stress management techniques
Edition: Volume 12 Issue 11, November 2023,
Pages: 175 - 177