Psychophytomedicine: An overview of clinical efficacy and phytopharmacology for treatment of depression, anxiety and insomnia

Abstract

In view of the complexity of mental health disorders, such as depression, anxiety, and insomnia, which are common comorbid psychiatric conditions, it would appear that a holistic treatment model that incorporates a complementary and integrative therapy approach within the framework of conventional health care would most effectively support optimal healing. Psychophytomedicines, such as SJW, kava, and valerian, that are known to help relieve symptoms, reverse biochemical imbalances, and improve mood can be successfully integrated with conventional psychotherapy as a holistic systems approach.