Article: ANCIENT WISDOM MEETS MODERN CHALLENGES: AYURVEDA SOLUTIONS FOR CYBERBULLYING

Article Category: Review articles

DOI: 10.7897/2277-4343.165184

Pages: 134-137

Author: Apoorva Sharma *, Brahm Dutt Sharma, Nisha K. Ojha

Abstract: Cyberbullying is associated with considerable negative mental and psychosocial consequences in children and young people, making it a serious public health concern. While there are many benefits to the use of social media, cyberbullying has emerged as a potential harm, raising questions regarding its influence on mental health. Due to the increasing Cyberbullying cases in society, many people are now in need of assistance in getting rid of their addiction. This review is based on data collected from classical Ayurvedic literature, published research works in various journals and counselling experiences. Cyberbullying are generally multi-factorial in origin and arise as a result of conflict between the children’s personality. Counselling with family and adoption of Ayurveda principles can manage and prevent further progress of Cyberbullying in children. Sattvavajaya Chikitsa (non-drug psychotherapy), Achara Rasayana and Yoga are Ayurvedic ways to balance Satva (good qualities of mind), Tama (Laziness, lack of concentration) applicable in prevention of Cyberbullying. These Ayurvedic principles are best non pharmacological modalities required for prevention of Cyberbullying. Ayurveda interventions such as use of Medhya (nervine tonic/nootropic) drugs, Panchakarma procedures can prove to be a significant therapeutic way to combat Cyberbullying.

Keyword: Abuse, Internet Addiction, Panchakarma, Psychiatric illnesses, Sattvavajaya Chikitsa