Suppressed Emotionsaccording to TCM
Symptom family: Emotional Disturbances
Root Causes of Suppressed Emotions in TCM
Explore below more details about what might cause Suppressed emotions according to TCM.
- By Syndrome
- By Organ
- Qi Stagnation
Qi Stagnation
Qi Stagnation in TCM is like having a traffic jam in your body's energy system. Qi, the vital life force that flows through your body, is supposed to move smoothly to maintain health and balance. But with Qi Stagnation, this flow gets blocked or slowed down, like cars stuck on a highway. This can lead to symptoms like feeling stressed, emotional mood swings, and physical discomfort, often described as a feeling of fullness or tightness, especially in the chest or abdomen. It's as though the body's internal energy circulation is disrupted, causing various issues. TCM sees this as an energy flow problem, different from modern medicine's focus on specific physiological processes.... see more
Qi Stagnation Patterns That Can Lead to Suppressed Emotions
| Pattern Name | Relevant Symptoms | Relevant Formulas |
|---|---|---|
| Liver Qi Stagnation | Suppressed emotions, Hypochondriac distention, Chest distension, Upper abdominal distension, Abdominal distention, Sighing, Melancholia, Depression, Mood swings, Irregular periods, Globus sensation, Pre menstrual breast distension, Pre menstrual tension, Anxiety, Anger... see more | Chai Hu Shu Gan San |
TCM Herbal Formulas for Suppressed Emotions
See more details below about Chai Hu Shu Gan San, a herbal formula used to address suppressed emotions.
- By Cause
- By Formula Type
- Qi Stagnation
Top Formula for Qi Stagnation:
Chai Hu Shu Gan San
Suitable for Qi Stagnation patterns that may cause suppressed emotions, such as Liver Qi Stagnation
Learn moreTCM Herbs for Suppressed Emotions
See more details below about Bupleurum Roots (Chai Hu), a herb used to address suppressed emotions.
- By Herb Category
- Cool/Acrid herbs that release the exterior
Cool/Acrid herbs that release the Exterior
Suppressed emotions can be treated by these herbs when the body needs to harmonize with external environmental changes, particularly when there's a need to expel pathogenic factors like wind or cold without overly cooling the body.
One such herb is Bupleurum Roots (Chai Hu), a key herb in some formulas recommended for suppressed emotions, like Chai Hu Shu Gan San.