Bipolar BPAD Traditional Natural Ayurveda Herbal Treatment and Management

 

 

Bipolar Affective disorder, BPAD is a psychological condition characterized by the episodic fluctuations in the moods and the energy and activity levels of a person.

 

 

 

BPAD is also sometimes referred to as manic-depressive illness. Due to these abnormal shifts in moods, the patient finds it difficult to perform the daily tasks. This condition can have a detrimental effect on the personal, academic, and professional performance of an individual.

 

The patients experience alternating episodes of mania and depression. The aim of Ayurvedic natural medication for bipolar would be to help minimize the intensity of these episodes and have a longer period of normal mood and allowing a person lead a normal and stress-free life. During the manic episodes, they may develop the following symptoms:

 

• Racing thoughts

• An inflated sense of self-confidence and self-esteem.

• A feeling of euphoria

• Impaired judgment

• Excessive talking

• Aggressive behavior

 

The symptoms during the depressive episodes may include:

 

• Extreme sadness

• A feeling of despair or hopelessness

• Suicidal thoughts or tendencies

• Insomnia

• Anxiety and guilt

• Low attention span

 

Natural Ways To Help your Mental wellbeing during Bipolar Disorder

 

Ayurveda recommends the use of natural mood stabilizers for bipolar to help the patients maintain the balance of emotional and intellectual functions of the brain and manage the symptoms of this condition. This is done by addressing the imbalcne of Vata dosha in the body and mind. Some of these herbs that have been used traditionally in Ayurveda to balance the vata dosha are described beneath:

 

 

Jatamansi (Nardostachys jatamansi): It is considered to bring clarity in thinking and may help stabilise mood. 

 

Tagar (Valeriana officinalis): It is considered to produce a calming effect on the nervous system and may help to relieve the symptoms associated with stress, anxiety, and depression.

 

Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri): This herb has been used widely in ayurveda and now becoming a popular in pharmacies to support the functions of the brain and it may help to improve the memory, attention span, and concentration levels. Brahmi may also be effective in relieving stress, anxiety, and mental fatigue.

 

Vacha (Acorus calamus): This herb helps to control the symptoms in the manic as well as depressive episodes of bipolar disorders. It reduces stress and fears and also improves the functions of the brain.

 

 

Can Bipolar Be Treated Naturally?

 

Most patients want to know can bipolar be treated naturally. The Ayurveda herbs similar to mentioned above, along with diet and lifestyle changes may be able to help control the symptoms of this disease. Additionally, Ayurveda also recommends the use of yoga, meditation, and breathing exercises to relieve the stress and anxieties and attain a state of serenity, which can be highly beneficial in controlling the symptoms of this condition.

 

Ayurvedic Treatment of BPAD is based on the concept of Tridosha. It is believed to be the result of the imbalance in the Vata dosha. This condition also exhibits some recognizable factors related to the Pitta during manic episodes and the Kapha during the depressive episode. However, the Vata dosha is predominant in the development of this disorder.

 

The Vata imbalance is manifested as expansion, excessive movements, changeability, instability, insomnia, rapidly changing thoughts, fears, restlessness, hopelessness, and an over-stimulation.

 

The Ayurvedic treatment is aimed at improving the overall health of a person by making healthy changes in the dietary habits and lifestyle of the patient. The alternative treatments for bipolar are aimed at treating these symptoms in a holistic manner.

 

Herbal Treatment  and Management For Bipolar or BPAD In Melbourne, Australia

 

Herbal treatment for bipolar from an Ayurvedic perspective depends on the involvement of the doshas. 

 

We also offer suggestions regarding the diet and lifestyle of the patient to bring about an overall improvement in the health. Some other holistic treatments offered by the Ayurveda in Melbourne include Nasya Therapy, Panchakarma, Shirodhara, Marma massage and many more. These therapies help to balance the energetics of the mind: rajas, satva, and tamas. 

 

Ayurvedic Therapies and Panchkarma Treatment used traditionally for Stress and Anxiety

 

Following ayurvedic therapies or treatments are used by most of the ayurvedic doctors in the cases of stress and anxiety.

 

Nasya or nasal instillation

 

Nasya treatment helps to promote mental clarity and reduce stress. In this treatment method, nasal medication serves as a purifying agent for the head and helps to offer clarity if mind.

 

Shirodhara

 

 

 

 

Shirodhara treatment  is a traditional ayurvedic therapy that has been used for relaxing mind for thousands of years. It helps to cleanse both the mind and the body. In this treatment method, a concoction of herbal oils, medicated milk and medicated water is poured over the forehead for over a duration. It is suggested to assist in relieving stress, tension, anxiety and depression and rejuvenates the mind.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

How to maintian good mental health with Yoga

 

Meditation is a great way to get rid of stress and anxiety. A person suffers from the mental health problems should do at least 30 minutes meditation twice a day, especially evening meditation is considered more effective in the management of stress and depression. It also helps to relax the mind after finishing daily routine work. Sun salutation is yoga exercises that can be useful in the treatment of stress and depression.

 

 

The other yoga poses include Child's Pose (Balasana), Bridge Pose (Setu Bandha Sarvangasana), Standing Forward Bend (Uttanasana), Eagle Pose (Garudasana), Corpse Pose (Savasana), Extended Triangle Pose (Utthita Trikonasana), Legs-Up-The-Wall Pose (Viparita Karani), Puppy Pose (Uttana Shishosana), Cat Pose (Marjaryasana) and Dolphin Pose.

 

Managing Mental wellbeing naturally

 

• Do regular exercises. Exercises are effective natural remedy to combat stress and depression. Regular exercise boosts the level of serotonin and endorphins in the brain, which helps the person to feel good.
• Eating well is also a crucial part of stress management. A well balanced diet keeps the energy level up and reduces the mood swings.
• Take adequate sleep and try to sleep at least 6-8 hours a day.  Sleep is a natural remedy combating with depression and anxiety. Sleep deprivation can also cause irritability, sadness, moodiness and body fatigue.
• Make some string social connection with people and avoid being isolated from the other people. Stay in regular contact with family and friends. Try to spend more time with children and friends.
• Play an acitve game in which you have interest. Playing games are also beneficial in reducing stress and treating depression.

 

 

 

 

If you wish to enquire more information on Bipolar disorder Ayurvedic Natural Treatment in Melbourne, you may contact us at Pure Herbal Ayurved Clinic.

 

Both Ayurvedic Practitioner Gurnam Saini and Pooja Saini along with their Ayurveda profession, have also specialised in Mental health in their Registered Nursing career on Australia and worked in both Public and Private hospital in Melbourne for number of years till 2019. Gurnam Saini holds a Post Gradute Diploma in Mental Health Nursing and Pooja Saini completed Masters of Nursing (Nurse Practitioner) in Mental Health. They have genuine passion to offer a better quality of life to people living with mental health conditions. They believe in active listening and therapeutic engagement of their clients.