Phrases for TCM Approaches to Managing Depression

Tuesday, March 4, 2025

Depression is a condition that can be approached holistically through Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). TCM practitioners often focus on balancing the body’s energy (Qi) and addressing underlying causes such as stress, imbalances in the body’s organs, and emotional disturbances. Here are some example dialogues to help you communicate effectively during a TCM consultation focused on managing depression.

Scene 1: Discussing Symptoms

Patient:

I often feel sad and lack energy.

我经常感到悲伤和没有精力。

Wǒ jīngcháng gǎndào bēishāng hé méiyǒu jīnglì.

Doctor:

When did these feelings start?

这些感觉是什么时候开始的？

Zhèxiē gǎnjué shì shénme shíhòu kāishǐ de?

Patient:

About six months ago, and it has been getting worse.

大约六个月前，而且越来越严重。

Dàyuē liù gè yuè qián, érqiě yuè lái yuè yánzhòng.

Doctor:

Are you having trouble sleeping or eating?

你在睡眠或饮食方面有困难吗？

Nǐ zài shuìmián huò yǐnshí fāngmiàn yǒu kùnnán ma?

Patient:

Yes, I have trouble sleeping and often skip meals.

是的，我睡眠不好，而且经常不吃饭。

Shì de, wǒ shuìmián bù hǎo, érqiě jīngcháng bù chīfàn.

Scene 2: Understanding the Root Causes

Patient:

What is causing my depression?

我的抑郁症是由什么引起的？

Wǒ de yìyù zhèng shì yóu shénme yǐnqǐ de?

Doctor:

In TCM, depression is often related to liver Qi stagnation and an imbalance in your body’s energy.

在中医中，抑郁症通常与肝气郁结和体内气机失调有关。

Zài zhōngyī zhōng, yìyù zhèng tōngcháng yǔ gān qì yù jié hé tǐnèi qìjī shītiáo yǒuguān.

Patient:

How does this affect my mood?

这如何影响我的情绪？

Zhè rúhé yǐngxiǎng wǒ de qíngxù?

Doctor:

When the liver Qi is stagnant, it can lead to feelings of frustration, sadness, and irritability.

当肝气郁结时，会导致沮丧、悲伤和易怒的情绪。

Dāng gān qì yù jié shí, huì dǎozhì jǔsàng, bēishāng hé yìnù de qíngxù.

Patient:

Can stress make it worse?

压力会让情况变得更糟吗？

Yālì huì ràng qíngkuàng biàn dé gèng zāo ma?

Doctor:

Yes, stress can exacerbate liver Qi stagnation, making symptoms more severe.

是的，压力会加重肝气郁结，使症状更加严重。

Shì de, yālì huì jiāzhòng gān qì yù jié, shǐ zhèngzhuàng gèng jiā yánzhòng.

Scene 3: Discussing Treatment Options

Patient:

How can TCM help with my depression?

中医如何帮助治疗我的抑郁症？

Zhōngyī rúhé bāngzhù zhìliáo wǒ de yìyù zhèng?

Doctor:

We will use acupuncture, herbal medicine, and lifestyle adjustments to balance your Qi and improve your mood.

我们将使用针灸、中草药和生活方式调整来平衡你的气机并改善情绪。

Wǒmen jiāng shǐyòng zhēnjiǔ, zhōng cǎoyào hé shēnghuó fāngshì tiáozhěng lái pínghéng nǐ de qì bìng gǎishàn qíngxù.

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