Unveiling the Concept of Nisyān (Amnesia) in Unani Medicine- A Systematic Review

Background: The Unani perspective on Nisyān is rooted in humoral theory, which posits that cognitive dysfunction arises from an imbalance in the body's natural humors. Objective: To review the concept of Nisyān in the Unani context along with its management.

Methods: By exploring Unani classical books, NCBI articles, PubMed, Google Scholar, etc.

Results: The results showed that a vast literature on Nisyān was known in that ancient era as well and it advocates holistic treatment approaches to restore cognitive function. Conclusion: The Unani concept of Nisyān emphasizes amnesia as a symptom of humoral imbalance, advocating a holistic approach through dietary and lifestyle interventions. This traditional framework offers valuable insights for addressing memory loss and enhancing overall cognitive health.