Research Results from St. John's Medical College Update Understanding of Mental Health Diseases and Conditions (Ayurveda, Homeopathy and other complementary treatments in the child and adolescent mental health: A critical review of emerging...).

The article focuses on the increasing prevalence of mental health disorders among children and adolescents, such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, and autism spectrum disorders, and the growing interest in Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) as a treatment approach. Research from St. John's Medical College in Bengaluru, India, highlights that while conventional psychiatric treatments are standard, their limitations have led to the exploration of CAM options like Ayurveda and homeopathy, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. The review indicates that practices such as 'Sattvavajaya' (a cognitive-behavioral therapy analog), yoga, and mindfulness may offer benefits, but challenges such as regulatory issues and lack of scientific validation impede their integration into mainstream care. The research calls for further studies, standardized protocols, and enhanced medical education on CAM to better equip clinicians in addressing pediatric mental health needs. [Extracted from the article]