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Case Reports
. 1977;1(2):155-81.
doi: 10.1007/BF00114848.

The theory and practice of psychological medicine in the Ayurvedic tradition

G Obeyesekere
Case Reports

The theory and practice of psychological medicine in the Ayurvedic tradition

G Obeyesekere. Cult Med Psychiatry. 1977.

Abstract

In this paper I attempt to elucidate and render intelligible to a non-Western reader the internal logic and the consistency in both theory and practice of Ayurvedic psychological medicine. In Part 1, I deal with the classical metaphysical base (Samkya philosophy) on which the Ayurvedic concept of mind rests. I also deal with the theory of psychological medicine as stated in ancient Sanskrit texts. In Part II, I deal with the manner in which the classic theory is implemented in contemporary practice in Sri Lanka, while Part III deals with case studies of two patients taking Ayurvedic therapy.

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