Synopsis of the research paper published by Dr. Giovanni Brincivalli at the University of Bologna, Italy on "Causes and treatment of Depression in Ayurveda".
The total number of patients was 20, within the age group between 22 and 60.
There were suffering from Depression, irritable and anxious mood, crying spell (complaints of inability to cry), lack of self-confidence, low self-esteem, poor concentration, indecisiveness, reduction in gratification, social withdrawal, fatigue, agitation, insomnia, fear of ill health, poverty, height, flying, fear of darkness, recurring thoughts of death and suicide. The Hamington scale was used to measure the level of depression.
At end of 3 months with Ayushakti herbs and detox (Panchkarma) treatments, 90% of people in the study group did not need any medication as there was a significant improvement in :
- Confidence and self-esteem
- Concentration
- Socialization
- Decision-making power
- Mood swings
- Sadness & fear
- Sleep
A Moderate 50% improvement in social withdrawal too.