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Study Acupuncture with MeAuthor: Dr. Richard Lai DPT L.Ac
Isn't learning Acupuncture at school confusing? And isn't it hard to find time after class to really get into the material? Here's where I come in! I'm Dr. Richard Lai, Doctor of PT and L.Ac; I'm all about clinical reasoning and rationale when it comes to treating my patients, and through this podcast I bring you educational content that will help you towards clinical success in the healthcare world. Whether you're in school and studying for the boards or out there in the real world, I review theory, points, business and more! Language: en-us Genres: Alternative Health, Health & Fitness Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Exploring ADHD Through the Lens of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Tuesday, 24 February, 2026
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:Timestamps00:00 : Welcoming listeners & sharing the inspiration from a viewer’s comment01:53 : ADHD in the DSM: Symptoms & Western diagnosis04:06 : TCM perspective: Patterns like Heart Fire, yin deficiency, and Shen disturbance07:23 : Emotional regulation & the liver’s role09:02 : Inattention, phlegm, and spleen Qi patterns11:10 : Kidney’s connection to the nervous system13:35 : Treating regulation, not chasing a cure—measuring subtle progress16:25 : Neurodivergence & TCM: Embracing support and stability over perfection17:48 : Closing thoughts, call for feedback & encouragement to keep learningIf this episode sparked new thoughts, I’d love to hear your questions and experiences! Comment on my socials, subscribe to Study Acupuncture with Me, and visit www.studyacuwithme.com and join my email list. Happy studying!
