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Copyright:
2027
Page Count:
692
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Elsevier
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Maciocia's The Psyche in Chinese Medicine, 2nd Edition
by Sebastian Maciocia
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ISBN:
9780443249051
Copyright:
2027
Page Count:
692
Imprint:
Elsevier
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A comprehensive textbook to understanding and treating psychological and emotional patterns through the lens of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Maciocia's The Psyche in Chinese Medicine, 2nd Edition, guides you through the treatment of mental-emotional disorders using both acupuncture and herbal medicine techniques.
Building on Giovanni Maciocia’s pioneering contributions to the understanding of the psyche in Chinese Medicine, this second edition extends his legacy with updated clinical insights, clear case-based reasoning, and an integrative East–West perspective. This revised edition preserves Maciocia’s original framework while incorporating contemporary clinical insights and updated research contributed by Dr. Thomas Kouo.
Covering disorders from etiology and pathology to diagnosis, this book explores the nature of the Mind (shen), Ethereal Soul (Hun), Corporeal Soul (Po), Intellect (Yi), and Will-Power (Zhi). Individual chapters address the treatment of common conditions such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, bipolar disorder, and ADHD.
With added commentary, chapter summaries, and end-of-chapter Q&A by Dr. Thomas Kouo and Sebastian Maciocia, this edition enhances Giovanni Maciocia’s original work — maintaining his authoritative voice while improving usability for students and educators.
Building on Giovanni Maciocia’s pioneering contributions to the understanding of the psyche in Chinese Medicine, this second edition extends his legacy with updated clinical insights, clear case-based reasoning, and an integrative East–West perspective. This revised edition preserves Maciocia’s original framework while incorporating contemporary clinical insights and updated research contributed by Dr. Thomas Kouo.
Covering disorders from etiology and pathology to diagnosis, this book explores the nature of the Mind (shen), Ethereal Soul (Hun), Corporeal Soul (Po), Intellect (Yi), and Will-Power (Zhi). Individual chapters address the treatment of common conditions such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, bipolar disorder, and ADHD.
With added commentary, chapter summaries, and end-of-chapter Q&A by Dr. Thomas Kouo and Sebastian Maciocia, this edition enhances Giovanni Maciocia’s original work — maintaining his authoritative voice while improving usability for students and educators.
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- Expert perspective from Giovanni Maciocia means that you are learning from the West’s leading figure in the practice of Traditional Chinese Medicine
- NEW! Three-section format is used to present the content: I. Psyche in Classical Chinese Medicine Theory and Practice, II. Psyche in Integrative Medicine, and III. Understanding Diseases of the Psyche According to Chinese Medicine
- NEW! Focus on the integrative connections to Western medicine is added throughout the text
- NEW! Enhanced ebook version, included with every new print purchase, allows digital access to all the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud on a variety of devices
- Individual chapters on treatment address common conditions such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, bipolar disorder, and ADHD
- Case studies offer realistic insights and understanding of the range of diagnostic and treatment choices the practitioner can make
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- Case studies offer realistic insights and understanding of the range of diagnostic and treatment choices the practitioner can make
- Expert perspective from Giovanni Maciocia means that you are learning from the West’s seminal figure in the practice of Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Comprehensive discussion examines the nature of the shen, Hun, Po, Yi and Zhi in Chinese medicine
- Expanded clinical commentary linking shen–Hun–Po–Yi–Zhi to contemporary emotional presentations
- The updated structure enables practitioners to navigate theory, integrative perspectives, and clinical conditions with clarity and precision
- Chapter summaries
- End of chapter Q&A
- Ideal for Acupuncturists and herbalists seeking deeper understanding of the psyche, Integrative clinicians exploring cross-disciplinary approaches, and Students of East Asian Medicine seeking a structured, clinically relevant guide
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SECTION 1 THE PSYCHE IN CLASSICAL CHINESE MEDICINE THEORY
Chapter 1 The Psyche in Chinese Medicine
Chapter 2 The Role of Chinese Medicine in Disorders of the Psyche
Chapter 3 The 12 Internal Organs and the Psyche
Chapter 4 The Nature of the Mind (Shen) in Chinese Medicine
Chapter 5 The Will-Power (Zhi)
Chapter 6 The Ethereal Soul (Hun)
Chapter 7 The Corporeal Soul (Po)
Chapter 8 The Intellect (Yi)
Chapter 9 The Emotions
Chapter 10 The Gui
SECTION 2 INTEGRATING THE PSYCHE INTO THE CLINICAL PROCESS
Chapter 11 Etiology of Mental-Emotional Problems
Chapter 12 Diagnosis of Mental-Emotional Problems
Chapter 13 Patterns in Mental-Emotional Problems and Their Treatment With Herbal Medicine and Acupuncture
Chapter 14 Acupuncture in the Treatment of Mental-Emotional Problems
SECTION 3 UNDERSTANDING DISEASES OF THE PSYCHE ACCORDING TO CHINESE MEDICINE
Chapter 15 Depression
Chapter 16 Anxiety
Chapter 17 Attention-Deficit Disorder and Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Chapter 18 Bipolar Disorder (Manic Depression) (Dullness and Mania, Dian Kuang)
Chapter 19 Insomnia (Excessive Dreaming, Somnolence, Poor Memory)
Chapter 20 Night Terrors
Appendix 1: Herbal Prescriptions
Appendix 2: Suggested Substitutions of Chinese Herbs
Appendix 3: The Classics of Chinese Medicine
Appendix 4: Terminology of Treatment Principles
Appendix 5: Emotions and Concept of Self in Western Philosophy
Appendix 6: Maciocia's Su Wen Herbs Formulas
Appendix 7: Answers to End of Chapter Questions
Bibliography
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