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Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition triggered by experiencing or witnessing a terrifying, stressful, or distressing event. It is characterized by persistent, intrusive memories and a state of heightened arousal that lasts for more than a month, significantly impacting a person's ability to function in daily life. PTSD is considered a normal response to extreme trauma where the nervous system becomes stuck in a 'fight or flight' state.
Common symptoms
Flashbacks or reliving the traumatic event
Distressing dreams or nightmares
Avoidance of places, activities, or people that serve as reminders
Persistent negative thoughts about oneself or the world
Feeling detached or numb emotionally
Difficulty experiencing positive emotions
Being easily startled or always on guard for danger
Irritability or aggressive outbursts
Trouble sleeping or concentrating
Severe emotional distress or physical reactions to triggers
Possible causes
Exposure to combat
Physical or sexual assault
Childhood physical or sexual abuse
Serious accidents, such as car crashes
Natural disasters or terror attacks
Being threatened with a weapon
Witnessing a death or serious injury
Life-threatening medical diagnoses or traumatic childbirth experiences
Medical treatment
Trauma-focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) such as sertraline or paroxetine
Stress management skills and relaxation techniques
Group therapy and support groups
Exposure therapy
Watchful waiting for mild symptoms
Ayurvedic perspective
In Ayurveda, PTSD is viewed as an 'Agantuja Manovikar' (a mental disorder caused by external trauma or injury). It involves 'Mano-Abhighata' (mental injury) which disrupts the 'Manovaha Srotas' (mind-carrying channels) and 'Prana Vayu' (the life force governing the nervous system). This trauma creates 'Samskaras' (deep-seated impressions) in the subconscious, leading to a state of 'Vata' aggravation that impairs 'Ojas' (vitality) and the 'Sattva' (clarity) of the mind. Historically, texts like the Bhela Samhita describe 'Madonmada' as a condition sharing similar features with trauma-induced behavioral changes.
Ayurvedic dietary guidelines
Follow a 'Sattvic' diet consisting of fresh, easily digestible, and organic foods.
Prioritize warm, moist, and oily foods like Kitchari to ground the Vata dosha.
Include healthy fats such as Ghee (clarified butter) to nourish the brain and nervous system.
Consume 'Medhya' foods like almonds, walnuts, and pumpkin seeds.
Avoid stimulants such as caffeine, alcohol, and refined sugar which provoke Rajas.
Avoid cold, dry, and processed foods that aggravate Vata.
