Category: Ayurveda

April 29, 2023

Psychometric Tests and How Ayurveda Can be Useful in it

Introduction

Psychometric tests are done to measure the mental ability, aptitude, and personality of the person. These tests measure the psychological qualities of individuals and predict the knowledge and behavior of the person. Psychometric tests are strategic and should be objective. The test is a standardized procedure for recounting behavior and narrating it by using scores or given categories. It can be used as a part of the recruitment or selection process for career development. It is being used by 80% of fortune 500 and 75% of Times top 100 companies. A psychometric test allows one to make inferences based on described behavior, liability, and actions in a particular way.

Psychometric Tests

  • Psyche means mind and
  • Metric means to measure

Measurement of mind is done in a psychometric test for

  • To recognize your personality and mental abilities
  • How well you can work
  • To analyze your emotional stability
  • To rule out psychological stability
  • To rule out whether you fit in job requirements
  • How you can manage and handle stress
  • Help in making successful hiring decisions

Types of psychometric tests

  • Personality and interest test
  • Aptitude and ability test

Different categories of psychometric tests

There are three categories of psychometric tests used by psychologists

  • Normative tests – where data exist about the range of scores expected from the population under consideration (IQ scores)
  • Criterion-referenced tests – are used in the educational system to match the criteria that are already being arranged.
  • Idiopathic tests – to check progress over time.

Applications of Personality Tests

  1. Health psychologist
  2. Occupational psychologist
  3. Criminal psychologist

Some popular psychometric tests used for evaluation are

  • MBTI
  • OPQ32
  • Thomas’s personal profiling system
  • FIRO-B
  • Picture frustration test

Principles of Psychometric Tests

Three criteria for good psychometric testing are

  • Reliability – must measure the same thing in the same way
  • Validity – face, concurrent, predictive, construct
  • Standardization- The psychometric test must be standardized, objective, and non-discriminatory based on gender, and ethnicity, and must be equal on all basis for all the applicants moreover, should be reliable.

How can Ayurveda help in improving psychometric testing?

As discussed earlier, the psychometric test rules out our mental ability. We can strengthen our minds naturally with some ayurvedic herbs that directly work on our brains. Consuming these herbs as brain supplements will add strength to your memory. This can help in improving your psychometric test score and will increase your chances of selection. Most of these herbs are classified under the ‘Medha Rasayana’ categories.

Herbal remedies for Psychometric tests by Planet Ayurveda

These herbs are available in tablets, capsules, and syrup form in our Planet Ayurveda pharmacy. Planet Ayurveda is a GMP-certified, ISO-certified, and US-FDA-registered ayurvedic company which prepares natural medicines using authentic ways. The herbal medicines prepared by the company are prescribed worldwide for many health conditions. These medicines are 100% pure and are completely herbal with no side effects. Also while formulating these remedies, our MD experts take care of adding any sort of resin, color, or chemical. The preparation of medicines is purely based on ayurvedic principles and strictly follows government guidelines. Many of Planet Ayurveda’s brain relaxant preparations, brain tonics, and herbal medicines for improving the overall working of the brain are used purposely. Some of them are described below with product detail –

Psychometric-tests

Herbal Remedies For Psychometric Tests

1. Brahmi Capsules

These fabulous capsules are prepared with standardized extracts of a perennial herb Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri). Taking brahmi helps improve brain functions by preventing brain cell damage. It acts as a brain tonic and is a good memory enhancer. Due to its stress-relieving properties, it is proven to be very beneficial in relieving stress and inducing the brain to work more efficiently.

Dosage – 1 cap twice daily with plain water after meals.

2. Mandukparni

(Centella asiatica) –It It works on the brain by easing symptoms of anxiety and calming the brain by managing the function of neurotransmitters in the brain. It belongs to the group of psychotic drugs called Medhya Rasayana. It increases mental alertness. It is used as a brain tonic for enhancing memory. Along with its actions on the brain, it also has enormous excellent effects on other body functions. Mandookparni prescribed along with other herbs help to maintain psychological functions more effectively.

Dosage – 1 tsp twice daily with plain water after meals.

3. Stress Support

This polyherbal support system is prepared from the standard extracts of the herbs – Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Tagara (Valeriana wallichii), and Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri). These herbs help to relieve stress and depressive mood. These capsules act on brain cells and improve the thinking of the person which will enhance their performance scores in psychometric tests.

Dosage – 1 cap twice daily with plain water after meals.

4. Jatamansi Powder

(Nardostachys jatamansi) –Jatamansi acts as a brain tonic and promotes brain health by strengthening brain nerves. It is mainly prescribed for mental conditions like epilepsy, insomnia, anxiety, depression, etc.  Jatamansi improves brain health internally when taken orally in the form of churna, tablets, and capsules as well as externally when applied in form of oil on the scalp. It relaxes the mind and improves memory. It also maintains scalp health.

Dosage – ¼ th tsp wice daily with plain water after meals.

5. Neurogenie Capsules

These capsules are made from extracts of Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) – whole plant, and Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) – roots. Both of these herbs are very useful in brain tonics and help the person to gain control of their emotions and way of thinking. This will ultimately keep them calm and help in obtaining opportunities.

Dosage – 1 cap twice daily with plain water after meals.

5. Shankhpushpi Capsules

Shankhpushpi Capsules(Convolvulus microphyllus) – The main function of the shankhpushpi is to calm down the brain by relieving stress. This drug is prescribed for patients with insomnia, hyperactivity disorders, personality disorders, etc. being a Medhya Rasayan it works on poor memory by increasing concentration levels. It gives strength to brain nerves. Shankhpushpi comes in form of powder, syrup, capsules, and tablets and is prescribed accordingly to the patient.

Dosage – 1 cap twice daily with plain water after meals.

6. Mulethi Powder

Mulethi Powder(Glycyrrhiza glabra) – Mulethi an ancient herb found in all homes of India has immunity-boosting properties that help to fight against a maximum of disorders. It is better known as a herbal remedy for cough and cold. But it has far more benefits than this. It has very beneficial actions on brain and is used in various brain tonics. It increases brain functioning.

Dosage – 1 tsp twice daily with plain water after meals.

7. Giloy Capsules

Giloy Capsules (Tinospora cordifolia) – Guduchi is a potential ayurvedic herb used for various body ailments. It has anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, antispasmodic, anti-stress, anti-diabetic, antioxidant, anti-malarial, and immunomodulatory properties. It is used as a Rasayana. It is also used in various mental disorders. It calms down mind and improve its functioning by releasing stress

Dosage – 1 cap twice daily with plain water after meals.

8. Ashwagandha  Capsules

Ashwagandha  Capsules(Withania somnifera) – These capsules will balance tridoshas in the body. It has remarkable results in managing brain disorders. It reduces stress, and anxiety and reduces symptoms of mental disorders including depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorders, etc. It has special effects on medhya (brain) and increases mental intelligence that will help you crack psychometric tests.

Dosage – 1 cap twice daily with plain water after meals.

9. Saraswatarisht

This ayurvedic tonic is used for various mental conditions. Self-generated alcohol and water are added along with Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri), Vidari (Pueraria tuberose), Abhaya (Haritki), Shunti (Zingiber officinalis), Shatavari (Asparagus racemosa), Usheera (Vetiveria zizaniodes), Makshika (Honey), Dhataki (Woodfordia fruticosa), Kushta (Saussurea lappa), Vajigandha (Withania somnifera), Vibhitki (terminalia bellerica), Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia), Vidanga (Embelia ribes), Twak  (cinnamom) sugar candy and gold leaf. It is a memory tonic and acts as an antidepressant, working in sleep problems, anxiety, phobias, schizophrenia, speech disorders, and many other mental conditions. Taking this syrup will improve the overall mental health of the person and he/she can very easily crack psychometric tests.

Dosage – 2 tsp twice daily with plain water after meals.

Conclusion

The dosage and drug to be used by the particular person are indicated by the doctor after ruling out all necessary points. These herbal medications will surely add to your intelligence without any side effects and will improve your psychometric score/category. For safe and required intake of these medications consult our doctors at www.planetayurveda.com

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April 29, 2023

Trigeminal Neuralgia Causes, Symptoms, And Treatment By Ayurveda

Trigeminal neuralgia

ABSTRACT

Trigeminal neuralgia is a disturbance of normal functioning of the 5th cranial nerve characterized by attacks of constant pain in the nose, mouth, and cheek area which is stabbing, burning, and intense in character. The incidence of this disorder is noted as 20/per 100,000 people and is considered to be linked with arterial hypertension and also increases with age. TN can be seen in 4–5/100,000 of the Indian population and is twice as common in women. TN is more seen on the right side of the face and rural population is affected more than urban.

Trigeminal Neuralgia

INTRODUCTION OF TRIGEMINAL NEURALGIA

Trigeminal Neuralgia also known as tic douloureux, Fothergill disease or trifacial neuralgia is a debilitating chronic condition affecting the trigeminal nerve (responsible for transmitting pain and touch sensations from the head and face to the brain) and is characterized by unilateral lancinating or stabbing pain expressed as that of electric shocks starting after trivial stimuli as simple as smiling, talking, shaving, brushing your teeth or chewing and can last from few seconds to few minutes.

The trigeminal nerve is having three branches responsible for transmitting nerve impulses to different parts of the face including

  • The ophthalmic branch that supplies the top portion of the face, including the forehead
  • The maxillary branch supplies to the middle of the face, including cheeks, nostrils and upper lip
  • The mandibular branch supplies the lower portion of the face including the lower lip and jaw area.

The pain is most commonly felt in the distribution of mandibular (V3) or maxillary (V2) divisions of the trigeminal nerve. Less common presentations include combinations of ophthalmic (V1) and V2, V2, and V3, or all three divisions. Solitary involvement of the V1 division is seen as rare. TN is considered to be the most painful disorder and can result in depression.

CAUSES OF TRIGEMINAL NEURALGIA

The exact cause of TN is unknown but as per studies have shown causes of TN can be divided into primary TN and secondary TN.

Primary

It includes the involvement of loss of myelin of the trigeminal nerve that might occur due to compression of the nerve by a blood vessel or a tumor as it exits the brainstem and this pressure on the nerve causes the wearing away of the protective outer layer(myelin sheath) of the nerve that causes pain signals to travel along with the nerve.

Secondary TN

When another medical condition or problem leads to TN then it is called secondary TN. It can include a stroke, tumor, or a cyst – a fluid-filled sac, arteriovenous malformation – an abnormal tangle of arteries and veins, multiple sclerosis (MS) – a long-term condition that affects the nervous system, facial injury and the damage caused by any surgery involving TGN such as dental surgery.

SYMPTOMS OF TRIGEMINAL NEURALGIA

Trigeminal neuralgia is more common in women than men and in older people (usually 50 and older), and the right side is affected more than the left side.

Symptoms may include

Impulsive electric shock-like jabbing, shooting pains spasms triggered by chewing, brushing teeth, speaking or touching the face that can last from a few seconds to several minutes, Pain along the track of the trigeminal nerve which includes the gums, teeth, cheek, and jaw, lips, forehead or eyes.

Unilateral facial pain that can focus at one spot or spread in a wider pattern, occurring at night while sleeping.

TYPES OF TRIGEMINAL NEURALGIA

TN is characterized by two forms

Typical or Type  1 TN

This type presents with episodes of sharp, sporadic, and intense pain and the patient may feel a burning sensation all over the face lasting for a few seconds or few minutes. This can continue for up to 2 hours with pain-free breaks.

Atypical or Type 2 TN

This is less painful and low in intensity and the patient generally feels a constant pain that can be stabbing or burning in nature but is difficult to control.

TRIGGERS OF TRIGEMINAL NEURALGIA

Simple activities that lead to movement or touching the face can trigger painful episodes. It includes

  • Eating
  • Drinking
  • Touching the face for any reason like shaving, putting makeup on, washing face.

Impact or pressure applied to the face, especially to the cheek or jawline.

Strong gusts of wind or breeze blowing in the face.

  • Brushing teeth, flossing, and using mouthwash.
  • Talking and smiling.

DIAGNOSIS OF TRIGEMINAL NEURALGIA

Diagnosing trigeminal neuralgia involves

History and Neurological Examination

A detailed medical history of the patient is required to rule out the other causes of facial pain, frequency, and intensity of the pain, areas of your face are affected, what aggravates and ameliorates the pain, and getting to know about the nature of the pain. No specific test for trigeminal neuralgia is there so diagnosis can only be made on symptoms and description of the pain given by the patient.

MRI Scanning

A high-resolution, thin-slice or 3D MRI viewing the head, neck, and brain can help in the detection of tumors or a cyst – a fluid-filled sac, arteriovenous malformation – an abnormal tangles of arteries and veins, multiple sclerosis (MS).

TREATMENT OF TRIGEMINAL NEURALGIA

The treatment of TN includes nerve block injections that contain steroid medication or another agent injected at various parts of the nerve to reduce pain providing temporary relief. Multiple injections are required for achieving desired relief, and the effects may have different durations for different people.

Surgical procedures are also there to treat TN which include

  • Rhizotomy
  • Microvascular Decompression (MVD) Surgery
  • Stereotactic Radiosurgery
  • Acupuncture

AYURVEDIC APPROACH TO TRIGEMINAL NEURALGIA

In Ayurveda, a person is considered as a combination of body, mind, and spirit and it is important to treat all these aspects together to achieve balance. The ayurvedic approach to treating TN involves the correction of imbalance doshas by modifying a diet that includes avoiding foods like acidic foods, alcohol, caffeine, and spices as they stimulate the trigeminal nerve and involvement of fresh fruits and vegetables in the diet so that body can get antioxidants and minerals. Lifestyle changes like yoga, meditation, regular exercising, and avoiding stressful conditions can also be done. Herbal remedies like ginger, lavender, chamomile, and turmeric in the form of capsules, teas, or tinctures can also help in balancing doshas and reducing inflammation.

HERBAL REMEDIES FOR TRIGEMINAL NEURALGIA BY PLANET AYURVEDA

Planet Ayurveda has been providing 100% pure and chemical-free and prepared following strict Ayurvedic principles for the last 20 years. All the medicines are GMP certified and are made from the best quality herbs with ancient time-tested formulas and enriched with wisdom from ages. A trigeminal neuralgia care pack is available at Planet Ayurveda made with the best quality herbs prepared by experts to treat herniated discs. It is 100% pure and chemical-free and prepared following strict Ayurvedic principles. The pack includes

Product List

  1. Hakam Churna
  2. Boswellia Curcumin
  3. Yograj Guggul
  4. Ashwagandha Capsules

Trigeminal Neuralgia Care PackHerbal Remedies For Trigeminal Neuralgia

Product Description

1. Hakam Churna

Hakam Churna is a combination of chandershoor or Lepidium sativum, Kalaunji or Nigella sativa, Mehika or Trigonella foenumgraecum, and ajwain or Trachyspermum ammi. It is used to treat gastric issues like upset stomach and indigestion as it is the root cause of all diseases and in the long term can affect vata dosha which then localizes in joints and muscles and causes intense pains and musculoskeletal disorders.

Dosage: 1 tsp twice daily with warm water after the meal

2. Boswellia Curcumin

It is a combination of extracts of Boswellia serata and Curcuma longa which acts on osteoarthritic chondrocytes. Boswellia strata and Curcuma longa have anti-oxidative, anti-inflammatory, and anti-catabolic activities, suggesting a protective effect of these extracts on cartilage. Curcumin extract from culinary turmeric is known to have an effect on many inflammatory-based musculoskeletal concerns including degeneration. Boswellia contains boswellic acid that helps in blocking inflammatory pathways like lipoxygenase and cyclooxygenase giving relief from aches and pains that stem from pinched nerves caused by inflammation.

Dosage: 2 caps twice daily after meal with warm water

3. Yograj Guggul

Yograj Guggul is a combination of Shuddha Guggulu or Commiphora mukul, Chitraka or Plumbago zeylanica, Pippali or Piper longum, Jeeraka or Cuminum cyminum, Devdaru or Cedrus deodara, Ela or Elettaria cardamomum, Amalaki or Emblica officinalis, Mustaka or Citrus rotundas, Haritaki or Terminalia chebula and Ardraka or Zingiber officinale etc. It is very helpful to maintain Vata balance and treats various types of diseases related to joints, bone marrow, and muscles.

Dosage: 2 tabs twice daily after a meal with warm water

4. Ashwagandha capsules

It is prepared using a standardized extract of Withania somniferum also known as ashwagandha and provides benefits against many human illnesses such as diabetes, arthritis, depression, and epilepsy. It is also having palliative effects such as rejuvenating, regenerating, analgesic, and growth-promoting effects. The main active compound, withaferin A from the extract of the root has a potential analgesic effect for both postoperative and neuropathic pain and shows a potential drug or supplement for the treatment of pain.

Dosage: 1  capsule twice daily with warm water, after meals.

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

Trigeminal neuralgia is a serious problem and the current ways of dealing with these problems include surgeries or nerve blocks. The current treatments for these conditions attempt to cover up the symptoms instead of actually solving the problem; however, in Ayurveda, these conditions are curable as the body, mind, and spirit are focused. Ayurveda involves the correction of imbalanced doshas by modifying diet, lifestyle changes, and Herbal remedies.  If these methods can be put together, it will result in a far superior form of treatment compared to modern methods of treatment. It will actually correct the problem, and the patient will live a normal, healthy life. In case of any query related to your doubts, you can always connect with our experts at www.planet ayurveda.com.

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