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WHAT ARE PSYCHOMETRIC TESTS? WHY ARE THEY DONE? HOW AYURVEDA CAN HELP IN IMPROVING IT?

ABSTRACT

Psychometric tests are the scientific and standard methods that are used to calculate an individual’s mental status and behavioral status. Let’s know what is mental status-in this the examination is done to evaluate the general appearance, perceptions, behavior, and unusual perceptions such as delusions, hallucinations and all the aspects of cognition like orientation, attention, and memory are recognized. The behavioral status includes the evaluation of the person’s behavior which includes the behavior of the person- how the person reacts and behaves along with that it also includes how the person may respond to external as well as internal stimuli. Now let’s discuss below some more about psychometric tests and for what purpose it is done and how ayurveda helps in improving it.

INTRODUCTION

Psychometric tests include scientific as well as standard methods that will be done to evaluate both the mental and behavioral status. These tests are done to identify to which extent the personality and cognitive power match that is enough required for performing the role. It is even used to calculate the hidden feature of a candidate that is difficult to take out from a face-to-face interview. After the interview is done for hiring a particular, a letter is forwarded to the person with some instructions for reviewing the psychometric test. The Vedic tradition made psychometric tests too easy. Further, let’s know how ayurveda helps in making psychometric tests easy.

WHY ARE PSYCHOMETRIC TESTS DONE?

Psychometric tests are done for hiring procedure and developmental procedure and it often helps the hiring manager to analyze what job the candidate fits the most. Mostly nowadays these tests are done online, and occasionally the paper format is followed especially in developmental centers. There are multiple sittings for psychometric tests but sometimes it is just for the time being. These are used at the different stages in the hiring process:

In the early stage of selection for screening of candidates that are likely to be inappropriate for the job.
Before the interview is done the faculty team discusses the candidate’s profile
In the later stage when a second interview is done the reassessment of a candidate is done to confirm the early assessment of the particular candidate.

CATEGORIES OF PSYCHOMETRIC TESTS

These assessments are used for different outcomes and purposes and it includes various categories that are specific for specific types of organization. There are four main categories of psychometric tests that we will discuss below in detail:

1. Aptitude Testing

These tests are used for measuring the cognitive abilities of a candidate. These types of psychometric tests are aids in determining the intelligence score to a limited extent. Let’s know about different aptitude tests below:

Numerical: This type of aptitude test is done to evaluate how a candidate is quick to work with numbers.
Verbal: Verbal one explores a particular with the written extract and comprehension skills that are usually done with the MCQs (multiple choice questions).
Inductive: The inductive type of psychometric tests helps in measuring the ability of the candidate that how the particular person thinks methodically with the help of graphic sequences.
Diagrammatic: These tests are done to know the problem-solving capability of the candidate. The candidate gets 1 minute to answer each of the questions.
Logical: To evaluate the person’s ability to think logically these tests are done. These are just like diagrammatic tests but the difference is just between the diagrams.
Error checking: This is to evaluate how perfect the candidate to evaluate the errors in the given information is.

2. Behaviour Testing

These tests are done to evaluate the behavioral status of the candidate through which we can explore how the candidate communicates, the way to handle the setbacks and how they speak to and manage their team. So generally these tests are done to evaluate how much an individual fits in the organisation. Here we will discuss with one example of the behavioural tests that is Thomas personal profile analysis and it is used to evaluate four main factors- influence, compliance, steadiness and dominance.

3. Personality Test

Personality tests are used to measure how much the person is capable of a particular job by evaluating values, interests and behaviours.

4. Emotional Intelligence Testing

If someone is emotionally intelligent then that person is perfect for communicating with the other people in the workplace. The one who is there for evaluating emotional intelligence should be emotionally intelligent as well.

So all these tests are done to evaluate the candidate’s mental and behavioural status for measuring if the person is suitable for that particular job or not. Now let’s discuss how ayurveda helps in improving these psychometric tests.

HOW AYURVEDA CAN HELP IN IMPROVING IT?

As we read earlier the psychometric tests help in evaluating if the person is fit for a particular job or not. So if someone is not fit for that particular job then don’t worry we are here for you to be the best fit for the particular job. Before going for the interview you must keep some points in mind such as:

Must review job description
Make sure you are eligible for that particular job
Must learn about your workplace
Dress up properly

So these are some points that one should keep in the mind before going for the interview. Ayurveda is there for you to help out for making you perfect for your interview, let’s discuss how. Ayurveda mentions Achara rasayana that is important to practise in your day to day life for improving the quality of life to keep your mind calm, concentrated and composed as well. This is one of the effective ayurvedic concepts that has been used since ancient times for mind rejuvenation. It is known as rejuvenating behavioural therapy as per ayurveda which provides us various benefits:

Positive thinking
Relieves physical strain and mental stress
Improving tolerance and patience capacity
Maintaining better social and family relationships
Personality development
Acts as a stimulant for rejuvenating medicine

Alongside Achara Rasayana Ayurveda provides you with Medhya Rasayana which includes four miraculous herbs that help in rejuvenating the mind, let’s discuss some common points about Medhya Rasayana. Mandukaparni (Centella asiatica), Yashtimadhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra), Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia) and Shankhpushpi (Convolvulus pluricaulis ) are the four Medhya Rasayana. These herbs help in improving the intelligence power, keeping mind calm, controlling the anger issues, and maintaining the concentration power. So for improving yourself for an interview you must follow the above tips.

Contact Planet Ayurveda Support Team to provide you the costing/ordering and delivery information at – costing.planetayurveda@gmail.com or Call at 0172-521-4030 (India), +91-172-521-4030 (Outside India) or Whatsapp at (+91) 9915-593-604.

CONCLUSION

Psychometric tests include the scientific as well as standard methods that will be done to evaluate both the mental and behavioural status. These tests are done to identify upto which extent the personality and cognitive power matches that is enough required for a particular job. In the above article we mentioned all about the psychometric tests and more further we explain how Ayurveda helps a particular person suitable for the particular job. We explain Achara Rasayana and Medhya Rasayana for rejuvenating behavioural therapy. So it’s very effective if you opt Ayurveda as your day to day life partner for improving your mind to be fitted for your family and society. Hope you all like the information and if you are having any queries you can share your query on www.PlanetAyurveda.com.

Herbal Remedies for Leptomeningeal Enhancement Treatment

Abstract

Leptomeningeal enhancement can be referred to as leptomeningeal disease also. It is a very rare condition associated with the meninges i.e. the membrane covering or surrounding the brain and spinal cord. According to the modern line of treatment, the condition is incurable. The ayurvedic principles present a very unique perspective on the body and diseases. The condition of Leptomeningeal disease along with its causes, clinical features, diagnosis and ayurvedic management will be described in the following article.

Introduction

Leptomeningeal disease is a condition related to the csf (cerebrospinal fluid) and leptomeninges (membrane surrounding the brain and spinal cord). It can be described as an incidence when the cancer spreads from another part of the body to the leptomeninges or csf (cerebrospinal fluid). Among the patients suffering from cancer, leptomeningeal disease is observed in approximately five percent cases. The cases of cancer could be of various regions in the body such as breast cancer, lung cancer, melanoma, non- hodgkin’s lymphoma, etc. The cause of leptomeningeal disease is described as follows.

Causes

The cause of leptomeningeal disease is the spread of cancer to the csf (cerebrospinal fluid) and leptomeninges (membrane surrounding the brain and spinal cord). When there is a growing cancer in the body and spreads to the csf or the leptomeninges, it arises the condition of lepto meningeal disease. This may result in obstruction in the normal flow of csf (cerebrospinal fluid) and may lead to various neurological difficulties. The presenting features will be described as follows.

Symptoms

Leptomeningeal disease can present various clinical features which may vary from patient to patient. Some of the common symptoms are headache, nausea, vomiting, gait disturbances, etc. The patient may suffer from difficulties in hearing or total hearing loss. He/ she may face changes in eye vision such as reduced eyesight, double vision, etc. Pain in different regions could be observed such as back, leg, etc. Weakness in various body parts may occur. The patient may experience different types of neurological difficulties such as seizures, confusion, behavioural changes or mood irregularities, etc.

Diagnosis

The diagnosis of lepto meningeal disease will require various imaging investigations such as MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) of the brain and/or spine, and a lumbar puncture may also be required.

Treatment

The modern line of management deals with the condition of lepto meningeal diseases through various therapies such as radiotherapy, chemotherapy, etc. Along with these therapies, symptomatic treatment is given. The ayurvedic perspective is explained as follows.

Ayurvedic Aspect

Ayurveda has a very unique perspective on every health condition. The ayurvedic approach for managing a disease mainly consists of balancing the levels of vitiated dosha in the body. The avoidance of the causative factors along with the administration of medicinal herbs help to manage the diseased condition properly. The lepto meningeal disease can be managed using various natural herbs such as brahmi (Bacopa monnieri), ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), amalaki (Emblica officinalis), haritaki (Terminalia chebula), bibhitaki (Terminalia bellerica), mandukaparni (Centella asiatica), etc.

Product Description

Planet Ayurveda prepares medicinal formulations that contain natural herbs beneficial for the health of the body. Planet Ayurveda is providing various preparations of natural herbs such as neurogenie capsules, yogendra ras, pitta balance, kanchnaar Guggul, neuro plan syrup, vikramprash, etc which are prepared using authentic ways and provide great results in improving the health of the patient of lepto meningeal enhancement. All the herbal products manufactured here are free from chemicals, preservatives, starch, additives, colours and fillers. These products are hundred percent natural and are formulated by MD Ayurvedic doctors with deep knowledge of Ayurveda and many years of experience. The formulations are prepared strictly according to the procedures described in the samhitas (classical texts) and therefore are very effective in promoting the health of the patient and managing the diseased state effectively.

Herbal Supplemets for Leptomeningeal enhancement

Herbal Remedies

1. Neurogenie capsules

Planet ayurveda prepares neurogenie capsules using herbal extracts of two very beneficial ayurvedic herbs i.e. brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) and ashwagandha (Withania somnifera). This combination of herbs helps to pacify the excessive levels of vata dosha from the body and also improves the neurological state of the patient.

Dosage: 1-2 Capsules twice daily, with plain water, after meals.

2. Yogendra Ras

Yogendra ras contains a combination of various ayurvedic components such as Parada (Purified mercury), Loha bhasma (Iron bhasma), Gandhaka (Purified sulphur) along with Rasa sindoor, Swarna Bhasma (Gold bhasma), Shuddha Mukta (Purified pearl), Abhrak Bhasma (Purified silica), Vanga Bhasma (Bhasma of tin), etc. Yogendra ras when administered in appropriate doses helps to pacify the excessive vata and pitta from the body. It also helps to strengthen the nerves and muscles of the body.

Dosage: 125 mg twice daily after meals as directed by the physician.

3. Pitta Balance

Pitta balance is prepared by planet ayurveda using different medicinal components such as Jahar Mohra Pishti, Kaharava Pishti, Akik Pishti, Mukta Pishti, Giloy Satva , etc. It helps to pacify the excessive pitta dosha from the body. It has a variety of other benefits also that help to improve the overall health status of the body.

Dosage : 1 Capsule twice daily, with plain water, after meals.

4. Kanchnaar Guggul

Kanchnaar guggul contains extracts of various natural herbs such as Kachnar Bark (Bauhinia variegata), Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Bibhitaki (Terminalia bellerica), Trikatu {Ginger (Zingiber officinale) + Black Pepper (Piper nigrum) + Pippali (Piper longum)}, Varuna (Crataeva religiosa), Cardamom Elettaria cardamomum, Guggul (Commiphora mukul), etc. This combination is very effective in managing various types of overgrowths, tumours, cancer, etc. It helps to improve the condition of lepto meningeal disease by restricting the cancerous growth and improving the growth of normal healthy cells.

Dosage : 1-2 tablets twice or thrice daily with lukewarm water.

5. Boswellia curcumin

Boswellia curcumin are capsules prepared by Planet Ayurveda containing Shallaki (Boswellia serrata) and haridra (Curcuma longa). These herbs help in managing the pain sensations. It improves the healing properties of the body and hence manages the condition of leptomeningeal disease.

Dosage : 1 capsule two times a day after the meals with plain water.

6. Neuro Plan Syrup

Neuro plan syrup is prepared by planet ayurveda using a variety of ayurvedic herbs such as Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri), Mandukaparni (Centella asiatica), Jyotishmati (Celastrus paniculatus), Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Sonth (Zingiber officinale), Maricha (Piper nigrum), Pippali (Piper longum), etc. This combination of herbs is very effective in improving the neurological state of the body. Thus, improving the condition of leptomeningeal disease.

Dosage : 1-2 teaspoon two times a day.

7. Musli Strength Capsules

Planet ayurveda prepares musli strength capsules containing Safed Musli (Chlorophytum borivilianum) and Gokshura (Tribulus terrestris). It helps to provide strength to the body. It contains numerous medicinal properties which help to improve the overall state of the body, hence improving the health of the patient suffering from leptomeningeal disease.

Dosage : 1-2 Capsules once or twice daily the meals with plain water.

8. Vikramprash

Vikramprash is prepared by planet Ayurveda using pure herbal components of the various health benefiting drugs such as Syonak (Oroxylum indicum), Kashmarya (Gmelina arborea), Patla (Sterospermum suveolens), Shalparni (Desmodium gangeticum), Prishnaparni (Uraria picta), Mashparni (Teramnus labialis), Mudgaparni (Phaseolus trilobus), Bala (Sida cordifolia), Pippali (Piper longum), Gokshura (Tribulus terrestris), Shringi (Pistacia chinensis), Bhumiamalki (Phyllanthus niruri), Draksha (Vitis vinifera), Jivanti (Leptadenia reticulata), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia), Musta (Cyperus rotundus ), Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa), Ela (Elettaria cardamomum), Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera),etc. The combination of these drugs helps to improve immunity. It helps to enhance the body’s fighting power against the pathology causing or aggravating factors.

Dosage : 1-2 teaspoonfuls, twice to thrice daily.

Contact Planet Ayurveda Support Team to provide you the costing/ordering and delivery information at – costing.planetayurveda@gmail.com or Call at 0172-521-4040 (India), +91-172-521-4040 (Outside India) or Whatsapp at (+91) 842-749-4030.

Conclusion

Ayurveda believes to rectify the disease right from its roots rather than just managing the symptoms. In a nutshell, it can be concluded that leptomeningeal disease can be managed very well by following the principles of ayurveda. So, by restricting the causative or aggravating factors and following a healthy diet along with the administration of ayurvedic formulations such as neurogenie capsules, yogendra ras, pitta balance, kanchanar guggul, neuro plan syrup, vikramprash, etc the condition can be managed well. The quality of life of the patients suffering from leptomeningeal disease can be improved to a great extent.