Thomas Kouo – författare

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.