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Background: In ?yurveda, Manasa Prakriti is the inherent mental constitution formed by the predominance of Sattva, Rajas, and Tamas at the time of conception. It plays a crucial role in determining an individual's psychological tendencies, behavioral patterns, and emotional stability. An?vasthita Cittatva, characterized by instability or fickleness of the mind, is described as a Manovik?ra and has parallels with modern psychological conditions like attention-deficit traits, anxiety, or emotional dysregulation. Aim and Objectives: Aim To study the concept of Manasa Prakriti and its role in the development of An?vasthita Cittatva. Objectives-To review ?yurvedic texts on Manasa Prakriti., To understand An?vasthita Cittatva and its features. To analyze the link between Manasa Prakriti and An?vasthita Cittatva. To correlate findings with modern psychological conditions. To suggest preventive and management approaches based on Prakriti. Materials and Methods: A critical review was undertaken by collecting references from Bruhattray?, Laghutray?, and ?yurveda Manas?roga texts. Correlating views from modern psychology and psychiatry were reviewed for comparative understanding. Data from classical Ayurvedic definitions and psychodynamic traits were synthesized to develop a conceptual framework linking Manasa Prakriti with An?vasthita Cittatva. Observations and Results: It was observed that individuals with predominant R?jasa and T?masa Manasa Prakriti are more prone to develop An?vasthita Cittatva. Traits such as impulsiveness, indecisiveness, and emotional instability were common in such Prakritis, while S?ttvika Prakriti showed resilience against such disorders. Discussion: The study reveals that understanding Manasa Prakriti can offer a preventive approach in the early identification of vulnerable mental constitutions. It bridges classical Ayurvedic psychological theory with modern psychopathological insights and promotes holistic mental health evaluation. Conclusion: Manasa Prakriti plays a foundational role in mental health, and its dominance significantly influences the occurrence of An?vasthita Cittatva. Early classification and management based on Prakriti may aid in the prevention and better treatment outcomes of mental disorders.