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@article{189306,
        author = {Dr Vaibhav Vishnu Shinde and Dr Varsha P jaraje and Dr Rajesh Shah},
        title = {A Conceptual Study on Stress Management Using Sattvavajaya Chikitsa},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {12},
        number = {7},
        pages = {5255-5259},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=189306},
        abstract = {Stress has emerged as a major psychosocial challenge affecting physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Ayurveda describes stress-related disturbances under the domain of Manasa Vikara, primarily resulting from imbalance of Rajas and Tamas and depletion of mental strength (Mano Bala). Sattvavajaya Chikitsa, one of the three principal modalities of Ayurvedic psychotherapy, focuses on strengthening the mind, enhancing self-control, and restoring emotional stability through non-pharmacological measures. This approach includes techniques such as self-awareness practices, regulation of thoughts, meditation, counselling, behavioural reconditioning, and cultivation of Sattva guna.
The present review explores the conceptual basis and practical relevance of Sattvavajaya Chikitsa in stress management. Classical descriptions are correlated with modern psychological interventions such as cognitive restructuring, mindfulness, relaxation therapies, and lifestyle modification. Evidence suggests that Sattvavajaya techniques reduce stress, improve coping ability, enhance resilience, and positively influence neuroendocrine responses. By integrating traditional mental-health practices with contemporary therapeutic perspectives, Sattvavajaya Chikitsa offers a holistic, safe, and effective strategy for managing stress in modern life. Further clinical research is warranted to validate its efficacy across diverse populations.},
        keywords = {Sattvavajaya Chikitsa; Stress management; Manasa Roga; Ayurveda psychotherapy; Mindfulness; Cognitive control; Mental resilience; Rajas; Tamas; Emotional regulation.},
        month = {December},
        }