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Sutika Unmada: Bridging Ayurveda And Modern Psychiatry In Postpartum Psychosis – A Conceptual Review

Author(s) Dr. Divyani Chauhan, Prof. Dr. Shilpa Donga, Dr. Sipika Swati
Country India
Abstract Structured Abstract
Background
The postpartum period is a physiologically and psychologically vulnerable phase in a woman's life. Although childbirth is joyous event, many women experience postpartum psychiatric disorders ranging from postpartum depression (PPD) to postpartum psychosis (PPP). Ayurveda describes the postpartum period as Sutika Kala, a stage characterized by physiological depletion and natural aggravation of Vata Dosha, rendering women susceptible to various physical and psychological disorders. Sutika Unmada is described as a severe mental disorder arising due to Vata Prakopa, Dhatukshaya, and disturbance of Manovaha Srotas.
Objective
To critically review the Ayurvedic concept of Sutika Unmada and correlate it with contemporary postpartum psychiatric disorders, with special reference to postpartum psychosis.
Materials and Methods
This conceptual review was conducted through an extensive review of classical Ayurvedic literature and contemporary scientific publications. Classical references were collected from Charaka Samhita, Kashyapa Samhita, Sushruta Samhita and Ashtanga Hridaya. Contemporary literature was retrieved from PubMed, NCBI, Google Scholar, WHO publications, and peer-reviewed journals.
Discussion
Ayurveda attributes Sutika Unmada primarily to Vata Prakopa, Dhatukshaya, Agnimandya, and Manovaha Srotodushti occurring in postpartum period. These concepts are similar with the hormonal fluctuations, neurochemical alterations, nutritional depletion, sleep disturbances, and psychosocial stressors implicated in postpartum psychiatric disorders. The classical concept of Sutika Paricharya, together with Medhya Rasayana and Satvavajaya Chikitsa, offers a comprehensive preventive and therapeutic approach aimed at restoring both physical and psychological health.
Conclusion
Integrating Ayurvedic principles with contemporary psychiatric care may contribute to improved maternal mental health outcomes. Further evidence-based clinical research is required to validate these concepts.
Keywords: Sutika Unmada, Postpartum Psychiatric Disorders, Postpartum Psychosis, Postpartum Depression, Maternal Mental Health, Medhya Rasayana, Satvavajaya Chikitsa.
Keywords Sutika Unmada, Postpartum Psychiatric Disorders, Postpartum Psychosis, Postpartum Depression, Maternal Mental Health, Medhya Rasayana, Satvavajaya Chikitsa.
Published In Volume 8, Issue 4, July-August 2026
Published On 2026-08-14
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i04.85799
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