An Astrological Diagnosis of Schizophrenia
May 24 is observed as World Schizophrenia Day. Schizophrenia is a mental illness which affects the functioning of one’s brain. It is a psychiatric condition where certain chemicals in certain areas of brain are out of balance. There can be lack of co-ordination between thoughts, actions and emotions. This day provides an opportunity to understand the importance of mental health, spread awareness about this illness in general. Schizophrenia starts in early adulthood or late adolescence, typically between the ages of 15-28. Men have an earlier onset than women. This blog aims to de-code astrological combinations for mental illness –particularly psychological health. To elucidate this I will be analysing 3 charts of different age groups through Sayana, Nirayana methodologies with a few additional Nadi pointers too. Chart X - is of a lady in her 60s whose post-partum depression went unnoticed and it triggered the outburst when she was 23 years old Chart Y - a lady who is in her early 40s a