title: Mind in ayurveda.
abstract: Ayurveda now among the alternative complementary systems of medicine is over 5000 years old. Its origin and the compilation of Caraka Samhita are noted. The nature of mind as a sensory and a motor organ, its structure and functions are discussed. The concept of Thdosha theory and Trigunas are explained besides the so-called master-forms of Doshas namely Prana, Tejas and Ojas. The constituional and tempermental types depending upon the doshas are described. These determine diagnoses and guide treatment. Ayurveda is highlighted as a holistic system with its concern for prevention of disease and promotion of health. Disease denotes failure of prophylaxis. Some methods of Ayurvedic therapy are mentioned.
authors.affiliation: VENKOBA RAO, M.D., Ph.D., D.Sc, D.P.M. ,F.A.M.S., F.A.Sc, F.R.C. Psych, F.A.P.A., F.RA.N.Z.C.P., F.N.A., Emeritus Professor of Psychiatry, Madurai Medical College, Madurai-625020. Res. 'TILAK' 506, IV Main Road, K.K.Nagar, Madurai- 625 020. drvenkobarao@hotmail.com.
authors.forename: A Venkoba
authors.initials: AV
authors.lastname: Rao