Anxiety

In Ayurveda, anxiety is referred to as Chittodvega or Manodvega, signifying a disturbance of the mind (Manas). It is predominantly associated with an imbalance of Vata dosha, particularly Prana Vayu, which governs mental functions, senses, and intellect. When Prana Vayu is vitiat…

Anxiety is recognized in homeopathy as a condition encompassing a range of emotional states, including worry, nervousness, unease, timidity, and fearfulness. This classical homeopathic understanding suggests a broader spectrum of related feelings than the general biomedical defin…

Anxiety, referred to in Unani medicine as 'Nafsani Pareshani' or 'Qalaq', is a condition that affects the mind and spirit. Unani medicine views health as a balance of four humors (Akhlat) and the body's temperament (Mizaj). Anxiety can arise from an imbalance in these humors, par…

Anxiety disorders are characterized by persistent and excessive worry that interferes with daily activities. In Siddha medicine, this is often referred to as 'Chiththa Brammai' (confusion of mind) or 'Manaththazhvu' (mental depression/lowering of spirits). These terms aptly descr…