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Yoga · 2025 · 4 marks
Introduction to Yoga Texts - IIConcept of mental health well-being according to patanjali Yoga4 marks
CBSE 2025 · Central · Set 1 · Q19
Elucidate the concept of mental well being according to Patanjali yoga. What are the effects of Cittavikshepa?
Elucidate the concept of mental well being according to Patanjali yoga. What are the effects of Cittavikshepa ?
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Concept of mental health well-being according to Patanjali yoga
Mental health is defined as state of psychological and emotional well-being in which an individual is able to use learning abilities, function constructively and fruit fully in the society and can meet us in the ordinary demands of everyday life.
Effects on Cittavikshepa :
I. Pain (Dukha)
II. Depression (Daurmanasya)
III. Trembling of the body (Angamejayatva)
IV. Irregular breathing (Shvaspar Shvas) are the major symptoms of mental distraction (Citta Vikshepa)
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