title: Jaina religion and psychiatry.
abstract: Jaina religion has existed for thousands of years. Lord Mahavir was the last of the 24 Tirthankaras, 23 having preceded him. The principals of Jaina religion teach us: (1) Self-control, which includes: (a) Control over physiological instinct of hunger and sex; (b) control over desires; (c) control over emotions; (2) meditation; (3) introspection; (4) concentration; and (5) healthy interpersonal relationship. The principles of Jaina Religion can contribute to Positive Mental Health.
authors.affiliation: BPS President 1989-1990. Head and Hon. Psychiatrist (Retd), Rajawadi Municipal General Hospital, Ghatkopar, Mumbai, Hon. Prof of Psychiatry, Hon. Psychiatrist: Sulabha Special School, (Retd): D.Y. Patil Medical College Nerul, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
authors.forename: Manilal
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Gada
keywords: Interpersonal Relationship; Jaina Religion; Meditation; Mohiniya Karma; Self-control; Tapa; Vratas