ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Welcome back to Study Acupuncture with Me—where we dive deep into the art and science of Traditional Chinese Medicine together. I’m so glad you’re here, and I’m honored to be a part of your journey as you build your clinical knowledge and confidence.
In this episode, we take an open-hearted look at ADHD through the lens of TCM. You’ll hear us break down how ADHD symptoms might map to traditional patterns of imbalance like Heart Fire, liver qi stagnation, phlegm, and spleen deficiency. We’re not replacing psychiatric care with acupuncture, but we’re uncovering how we can support regulation, stability, and resilience in our neurodivergent patients. We cover everything from the Western diagnosis to practical TCM interpretation—plus how you can measure progress in your clinical practice, even when the changes are subtle.
Here’s what you’ll find in this episode:
Timestamps
00:00 : Welcoming listeners & sharing the inspiration from a viewer’s comment
01:53 : ADHD in the DSM: Symptoms & Western diagnosis
04:06 : TCM perspective: Patterns like Heart Fire, yin deficiency, and Shen disturbance
07:23 : Emotional regulation & the liver’s role
09:02 : Inattention, phlegm, and spleen Qi patterns
11:10 : Kidney’s connection to the nervous system
13:35 : Treating regulation, not chasing a cure—measuring subtle progress
16:25 : Neurodivergence & TCM: Embracing support and stability over perfection
17:48 : Closing thoughts, call for feedback & encouragement to keep learning
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Happy studying!
