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Acupuncture Points for Mental Disorders

1 sourced protocol, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Mental Disorders:

Epilepsy

Points cited for Mental Disorders

How often each point appears across the 1 entries ranked highest for Mental Disorders. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • GV20100 ConvergencesGoverning Vessel1 of 1

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Single-point entry

90%
EpilepsyMental Disorders

GV20100 Convergences

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🗺️ Meridian: Governing Vessel

🇨🇳 Chinese: 百會 (bǎi huì)

🎯 Location: On the midline of the head 5 thumb widths directly above the midpoint of the anterior hairline approximately on the midpoint of the line connecting apex of the ears.

⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Chest Pain, Palpitations, Jaundice, Qi Deficiency

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

YANG Jun-sheng, YI Lei, LI Qiao-ru. WANG Zhi-zhong's Academic Feature on Acupuncture and Moxibustion. Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2009, 29(2): 158-160
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Using Acupoints for Mental Disorders

Self-Treatment Guidelines

  • Locate acupoints using anatomical landmarks
  • Apply firm, steady pressure for 1-3 minutes
  • Treat 2-3 times daily for best results

When to Seek Professional Help

  • Severe or persistent Mental Disorders
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

Disclaimer: The acupoint information provided is for educational purposes only.