Causes:

• Vata aggravation from stress or irregular routine
• Pitta imbalance causing overthinking or heat in body
• Excess screen time or late-night eating

Symptoms:

• Difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep
• Restless or non-refreshing sleep
• Fatigue, irritability, and poor concentration

Ayurvedic Management:

Therapies:

• Shiro Abhyanga & Padabhyanga – relaxes nervous system
• Shirodhara – regulates Vata and Pitta in mind
• Nasya & Ksheeradhara – improves sleep patterns

Internal Medicines:

• Brahmi Ghrita, Ashwagandha Lehyam, Jatamansi Churna, Sarpagandha preparations

Dhathri Therapies:

• Ayurvedic Sleep Restoration Programme
• Mind-Calming Rasayana Therapy

Benefits:

• Induces deep, restful sleep
• Reduces anxiety-related insomnia
• Improves cognitive function and energy

Prevention:

• Sleep hygiene: consistent sleep schedule, dark room
• Avoid caffeine, heavy meals, and late-night work
• Daily relaxation techniques and meditation