Abstract

Dr. Harika Bangi* and Dr. A. S. Patil

ABSTRACT

Vishada is a disease of antiquity. It is that state of manas where it is impacted by a lack of perseverance as a result of failure or disappointment. It is quoted that “Manasaha punah ishtasyalabhat alabhat cha anishtasya upajayate” as the cause of manasa vikara. This produces shokadi manasika bhavas in the person by vitiation of rajas and tamas which will ultimately lead to manasika vikara and vishada is one of the mano vikaras. Present Modern lifestyle has a significant impact on depression with more people participating in the workforce and increasing competition among them which is contributing to increased stress. Aim: To study the role of manasika bhavas in the etiopathogenesis of vishada. Methodology: This research utilized across sectional design, employing a survey strategy. Data collection was conducted using a specialized case proforma prepared which includes detailed history taking, physical signs and symptoms as mentioned in our classics. Results: The observational findings indicate that bhaya is the most prevalent manasika bhava and dukha manasika bhavas i.e., bhaya, krodha, shoka, dwesha, rajah, manasa, chinta experienced by the patients because of avara satwa and constant chronic stress because of all the nidanas mentioned had lead to impairement of dhee, dhriti and smriti leading to vitiation of manasika doshas affecting the manovaha srotas and formed vishada.