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The Society of Korean Medicine Neuropsychiatry (大韓韓方神經精神科學會), formerly known as the Korean Society of Oriental Neuropsychiatry, is a South Korean professional and academic organization. Established to advance the scientific development of neuropsychiatry within Korean Medicine (KM) and to standardize clinical practices for mental health treatments, the society operates as an official affiliated sub-society under the Association of Korean Medicine.[1]
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대한한방신경정신과학회 | |
| Formation | 1970 |
|---|---|
| Type | Academic Society, Medical Association |
| Headquarters | Seoul, South Korea |
Official language | Korean, English |
Parent organization | The Association of Korean Medicine |
| Website | www |
Formerly called | The Korean Society of Oriental Neuropsychiatry |
History and Overview
The society was officially established in 1970 with the primary goal of improving clinical techniques, expanding research, and establishing institutional recognition for Korean Medicine neuropsychiatry.
Since its foundation, the organization has overseen the academic training and certification processes for specialized practitioners in the field. In December 1990, the society launched its official peer-reviewed journal to systemize clinical findings and empirical research.[2] By 2003, it implemented formal education and training frameworks for residents and board-certified specialists in Korean Medicine Neuropsychiatry. In recognition of its academic rigor, its official journal was accredited by the National Research Foundation of Korea (KCI) in 2007.
Structure and Governance
The society is governed by a Board of Directors led by the President. Its administrative and academic functions are divided into specialized committees, which include:
- Board of Directors
- Specialist Committee: Oversees residency programs, specialist credentialing examinations, and ongoing professional training for certified Korean Medicine neuropsychiatrists.
- Health and Medical Affairs Committee: Manages public health policies, institutional cooperation, clinical practice guidelines, and integrated mental health services.
- Advisory Council
Major Activities and Research
Academic Publication
The society publishes its official open-access, peer-reviewed journal, the Journal of Oriental Neuropsychiatry (동의신경정신과학회지; pISSN: 1226-6396 / eISSN: 2234-4942), launched in December 1990.[3] Published quarterly (at the end of March, June, September, and December), the journal adheres to an Open Access policy, making all published research freely available.[4]
The scope of the journal encompasses a wide spectrum of mental health research, including:
- Traditional Korean Medicine psychiatric modalities and herbal medicine formulations.
- Psychosomatic disorders and mind-body interactions analyzed through evidence-based methodologies.
- Clinical trials, systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and case reports on neurodevelopmental and psychiatric disorders.
- Non-pharmacological interventions such as acupuncture, psychotherapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
The journal is indexed in major national and regional database portals, including the Korea Citation Index (KCI) and AccessON managed by the Korea Institute of Science and Technology Information (KISTI).[5]
Professional Education and Public Services
The society hosts biannual academic conferences—the Spring Scientific Conference (held annually around April) and the Autumn Scientific Conference (held around November or December). These symposiums focus on contemporary methodologies including:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and clinical counseling techniques tailored to KM principles.
- Electroencephalography (EEG), heart rate variability (HRV), and neuroimaging applications in KM diagnostics.
- Trauma-informed care, stress management, and life-cycle mental health protocols.
- Development and updating of Clinical Practice Guidelines (CPGs) for major psychiatric disorders.