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It is an unstable condition of mind, understanding, consciousness, perception, memory, inclination, character, behavior, and conduct. [Cha.Sa. [[Nidana Sthana]] 7/5] | It is an unstable condition of mind, understanding, consciousness, perception, memory, inclination, character, behavior, and conduct. [Cha.Sa. [[Nidana Sthana]] 7/5] | ||
==Etiopathogenesis of insanity== | ====Etiopathogenesis of insanity==== | ||
The weak-minded or timid person is more susceptible to insanity. When his mind is afflicted by [[raja]] and [[tama]], [[dosha]] vitiation due to unwholesome diet, chronic physical illness, excess passion, anger, greed, excitement, fear, attachment, exertion etc. this condition may result in insanity. | The weak-minded or timid person is more susceptible to insanity. When his mind is afflicted by [[raja]] and [[tama]], [[dosha]] vitiation due to unwholesome diet, chronic physical illness, excess passion, anger, greed, excitement, fear, attachment, exertion etc. this condition may result in insanity. | ||