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@article{188354,
        author = {Dr. Devika B. S and Prof. Dr. Anu Prabha},
        title = {Mechanistic Insights and Public Health Perspectives of Ayurvedic Herbal Interventions in Postpartum Depression: A Comprehensive Review},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {12},
        number = {7},
        pages = {1660-1664},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=188354},
        abstract = {Postpartum depression is a major maternal mental-health disorder characterized by persistent sadness, emotional instability and impaired mother–infant bonding. Although psychotherapy and antidepressant therapy are effective treatment options, cultural hesitation, limited accessibility of mental-health services and concerns related to breastfeeding frequently restrict their use. Ayurveda describes several Medhya Dravyas such as Ashwagandha, Brahmi, Shankhapushpi, Jatamansi, Haridra and Kumkuma that are traditionally recommended to support emotional balance and cognitive functioning. Modern studies confirm that these botanicals modulate biological pathways relevant to postpartum depression, including stress axis regulation, neuroinflammation, oxidative stress, neurotransmitter functioning and neuroplasticity. However, postpartum-specific clinical trials remain limited, and curcumin is the only herb evaluated directly in postpartum depression. This review synthesizes classical Ayurvedic principles, pharmacological profiles, biological mechanisms, clinical findings, safety considerations and public-health implications to evaluate the therapeutic potential of Ayurvedic Dravyas in postpartum depression.},
        keywords = {Postpartum depression; Ayurveda; Dravyas; Medhya herbs; Neuroinflammation; Maternal mental health; Public health integration.},
        month = {December},
        }