Course Overview
Discover the transformative power of integrating Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) with modern neuroscience in our comprehensive course for healthcare professionals and enthusiasts. With TCM's rich history of holistic health practices and modern neuroscience's cutting-edge brain and nervous system insights, this course offers a revolutionary approach to health and healing.
Delve into TCM's core concepts, including Qi (氣), Yin-Yang (陰陽), and the Five Elements (五行). Learn about the Five Shén (五神) linked to major organs and their role in mental and emotional functions. Gain a deep understanding of modern neuroscience, exploring neural circuits, behavior, cognition, and emotion through methods like fMRI and EEG. Understand neurotransmitters such as serotonin, dopamine, and GABA in mood regulation and stress response.
Bridge TCM and neuroscience to comprehensively understand mental and emotional health. Explore how TCM’s holistic approach considers the interconnectedness of the mind, body, and environment, while neuroscience offers insights into specific neural mechanisms. Learn about meditation’s impact on brain function and structure, enhancing connectivity and reducing anxiety. Discover how acupuncture induces neuroplasticity and modulates brain regions associated with pain perception and emotional regulation.
We back our western examination with peer-reviewed evidence and published research.
Objectives
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Understand TCM History: Gain a thorough understanding of the history and scope of TCM psychology and its relevance to mental and emotional health.
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Understand the five spirits in TCM and their role in cognitive and emotional functions, by analyzing these concepts through both Chinese and Western psychological frameworks, supported by classical references and modern scientific research.
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Understand the role of the Hun in Chinese philosophy and medicine, including its impact on consciousness, sleep, emotional balance, and creativity, as well as its connection to the Liver and Mind, based on ancient beliefs and modern neuroscience.
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Understand the link between mirror neurons, Shen, and Hun, and their role in behavior, social interactions, and autism. Explore insights from neuroscience and Chinese philosophy to gain a holistic understanding of cognitive and emotional development.
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Examine Jungian Theory: Explore the integration of Jungian psychoanalytic concepts with TCM and neuroscience, understanding how archetypes, the collective unconscious, and individuation can enhance mental and emotional well-being.
Outline
0 hrs - 30 min
This section contrasts Chinese medicine psychology with Western frameworks, analyzing qi, shén, and Daoist philosophy. It highlights ancient texts & approaches to mental health, contrasting with Western dualism.
30 min - 1.25 hrs
This section explores Shen in TCM, emphasizing its role in cognition, memory, emotions, and well-being. Shen connects to the Hun, Po, Yi, and Zhi, residing in the Heart and influenced by Qi and Jing. It highlights mind-body unity in TCM.
1.25 hrs - 1.75 hrs
This segment explores the Hun, symbolizing the soul's transcendence and connection to Heaven. Hún impacts sleep, dreams, creativity, and emotional balance, linked with the Liver and Mind. Ancient and modern insights connect the Hun to consciousness.
1.75 hrs - 2.25 hrs
Understand the role of the Po in Chinese medicine, its connection to the Lungs, sensory and emotional experiences, and its influence on physical existence. Explore its clinical connection to the Ethereal Soul, and its importance in meditation.
2.25 hrs - 2.75 hrs
Understand Yi in TCM, connected to the Spleen and vital for thinking, memory, and concentration. Explore its physiological basis, including Postnatal Qi, Blood, and the impact of Dampness or Phlegm on cognitive functions, emphasizing holistic health.
2.75 hrs - 3.25 hrs
This lecture explores Zhi in TCM, linked to the kidneys and essential for courage, decision-making, and Qi management. It connects Zhi to memory, stress response, and mental clarity, emphasizing the importance of balancing stress for will-power.
3.25 hrs - 3.5 hrs
Understand the concept of gui (spirit/ghost) in Chinese culture, its role in medicine, its connection to the psyche (Shen, Hun, Po, etc.), and its parallels with Jungian psychology.
3.5 hrs - 3.75 hrs
Understand the connection between mirror neurons and the Chinese concepts of Shen and Hun, and how these insights help explain social and emotional behaviors, particularly in relation to autism, integrating both neuroscience and TCM.
3.75 hrs - 4 hrs
Understand the concept of shén míng in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), its connection to emotional and physical wellness, and how the heart, ethical behavior, and proper qi flow contribute to internal balance, mental clarity, and overall health.
4 hrs - 4.25 hrs
Understand the influence of Carl Jung and Richard Wilhelm on bridging Eastern and Western thought, particularly through their work on The Secret of the Golden Flower. Explore how this cross-cultural exchange shaped modern psychology and spirituality.
4.25 hrs - 4.75 hrs
Understand the Six Pathogens in Traditional Chinese Medicine (Cold, Fire, Summer Heat, Dryness, Dampness, Wind) and their impact on the body’s balance, including their role in psychological illness and their connection to the five spirits.
4.75 hrs - 5.75 hrs
Understand key terms and concepts in TCM Psychology, including their definitions and roles in cognitive, emotional, and spiritual functions, to build a foundational knowledge for integrating Chinese and Western psychological frameworks.
Teacher
David Lloyd
David Lloyd, R.Ac, R.TCMP, D.Ac, is a seasoned educator with 22+ years of experience integrating Traditional Chinese Medicine with modern science. Known for his engaging courses on acupuncture, T.C.M., and Qigong, he bridges ancient wisdom with cutting-edge biochemistry & electrical physics.
Disclaimers
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Unlimited Access & CEUS
You will have unlimited access to this course for as long as it is on Net of Knowledge, so that you can keep reviewing and learning from it over the years.
CEU requirements must be completed within 1 year from the purchase. During this time, you must view the training and complete any required documents to get your certificate. You must also print and save your certificate for your own records.
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Cancellation Policy
Please note we do not offer refunds for our recorded online courses/webinars.
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Note
This recording is available in an online format only; you will not receive a DVD or physical copy of the recording – it is only available to watch as a course to watch on the internet through your online account.
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CPDs:
Approved By: AACMA (5.75), ANTA (5.75), ATMS (5.75), Acupuncture NZ (5.75), NCCAOM (5.5), Standard Certificate (5.75)
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Language: English
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Course Type: Recorded Webinar
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Course Length: 5.75 h
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Course Notes: Notes are provided with this course.
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Access Period: Lifetime
