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@article{194342,
        author = {DR.k.Gnaneshwari and DR.K.Venkata Shivudu and DR.CH.Ramadevi},
        title = {Charaka’s View on Manas and its Role in Satvavajaya chikitsa},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {10},
        pages = {3353-3357},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=194342},
        abstract = {Manas (mind) is a central determinant of health in Ayurveda, governing cognition, perception, emotional processing, and behavioral responses. Classical texts, particularly the Charaka Samhita, describe Manas as Ubhayendriya, functioning as an interface between sensory and motor faculties, and attribute to it qualities such as Anutva (subtlety) and Ekatva (singularity). The psychological equilibrium of an individual is maintained through the balanced state of the three Gunas—Satva, Rajas, and Tamas—while their disequilibrium leads to Manasika Roga (mental disorders). Among the three principal treatment modalities of Ayurveda, Satvavajaya Chikitsa uniquely focuses on the regulation and strengthening of Manas. Defined as Ahitebhyo Arthebhyah Manonigraha (withdrawal of the mind from unwholesome objects), it emphasizes cognitive control, emotional restraint, and behavioral correction as therapeutic strategies. The present study critically analyzes the classical concept of Manas and explores its foundational role in Satvavajaya Chikitsa through a narrative review of primary Ayurvedic sources and scholarly interpretations. The analysis indicates that Satvavajaya operates through systematic methods aimed at enhancing Satva while reducing the pathological influence of Rajas and Tamas, thereby restoring psychological harmony. These principles reveal conceptual parallels with contemporary psychotherapeutic frameworks that employ cognitive restructuring and behavioral modification techniques. Understanding the theoretical construct of Manas thus provides a comprehensive basis for interpreting Satvavajaya Chikitsa as an indigenous psychotherapeutic modality and offers valuable insights for integrative approaches in modern mental health care.},
        keywords = {1) Manas 2) Satvavajaya Chikitsa, 3) Manonigraha 4) Ubhayendriya, 5) Charakasamhita},
        month = {March},
        }