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The oriental idea that health begins in mind is currently being applied in the clinical field by mind-body medicine. In the past decade. we have seen an increase 10 the popularity of mind-body medicine as an alternative or complement to traditional health care interventions. This paper explores the scientific idea of mind-body medicme and how particular mind-body intervention focusing on stress reduction and relaxation can be useful methods to Improving health state. On the basis of the psycho- neuroendocnne-Immune tnangular circuit, the mind-body pathway has been Investigated. Among many mind-body intervention, Qi-training and Qi-therapy are described, research on their effectiveness is reviewed, conclusions are drawn, and the applicability to clinical practice is discussed. GIven existing empirical support for the effectiveness of these interventions, the authors provide Korean scientists With an overview of the psychoneuroimmunological effects of Qi-training and Qi-trainmg, and possibility of their medical benefits.
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