Nervousnessaccording to TCM

Symptom family: Fear and Anxiety

Root Causes of Nervousness in TCM

Explore below more details about what might cause Nervousness according to TCM.

  • By Syndrome
  • By Organ
  • Qi Deficiency
  • Yin Deficiency
Detailed description of the cause

Qi Deficiency

Qi Deficiency in TCM is like running low on battery power. Qi is the vital energy that powers every function in your body. When there's a Qi Deficiency, it means your body doesn't have enough of this essential energy. This can make you feel tired all the time, weak, or even cause shortness of breath. It's similar to how you feel when you haven't had enough sleep or nutritious food. Your body just doesn't have the energy it needs to perform at its best. Unlike modern medicine, which often focuses on specific physical causes for fatigue and weakness, TCM views Qi Deficiency as an overall energy depletion that affects your entire well-being, and it seeks to replenish and balance this vital energy.... see more

Qi Deficiency Patterns That Can Lead to Nervousness

Common Symptoms: Timidity Easily Startled Lack Of Bravery Indecision Sighing Dizziness Blurry Vision Eye Floaters

Pattern Name Relevant Symptoms Relevant Formulas
Gallbladder Deficiency Nervousness, Timidity, Easily startled, Lack of bravery, Indecision, Sighing, Dizziness, Blurry vision, Eye floaters, Early awakening, Vivid dreaming... see more Wen Dan Tang
Liver Qi Deficiency Nervousness, Dizziness, Blurry vision, Eye floaters, Timidity, Easily startled, Lack of bravery, Indecision, Sighing, Vivid dreaming, Depression, Irritability, Hypochondriac distention, Irregular periods, Lack of appetite, Generalized fatigue, Abdominal distention... see more Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang | Si Wu Tang | Xiao Yao San

TCM Herbal Formulas for Nervousness

Explore below some TCM herbal formulas used to address nervousness, organized by cause and by formula type.

  • By Cause
  • By Formula Type
  • Qi Deficiency
  • Yin Deficiency

All Formulas Recommended for Nervousness Caused by Qi Deficiency

Formula Patterns Suitable For
Wen Dan Tang Gallbladder Deficiency
Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang Liver Qi Deficiency
Si Wu Tang Liver Qi Deficiency
Xiao Yao San Liver Qi Deficiency

TCM Herbs for Nervousness

Explore below some TCM herbs used to address nervousness, organized by herb category.

  • By Herb Category
  • Tonic herbs for blood deficiency
  • Warm herbs that transform phlegm and stop cough
  • Tonic herbs for qi deficiency

"Tonic herbs for Blood Deficiency" recommended for nervousness

Herb Formulas they belong to (if applicable)
Prepared Rehmannia (Shu Di huang) Si Wu Tang | Qi Ju Di Huang Wan | Bu Gan Tang
White Peony Roots (Bai Shao) Si Wu Tang | Bu Gan Tang

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