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Source of validity: Traditional
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Lingzhi (Ganoderma lucidum, also known as reishi mushroom) has a long history of use in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for promoting general well-being, calming the mind, and supporting resilience to stress. In TCM, lingzhi is considered an adaptogen and is thought to "nourish the spirit" (shen), which may have led to its use in conditions involving emotional distress, anxiety, and sleep disturbances. However, the specific use of lingzhi for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is not well documented in either classical TCM texts or modern clinical guidelines. There is very limited scientific evidence directly investigating lingzhi’s effects on PTSD symptoms. Some preclinical studies suggest that Ganoderma lucidum extracts may modulate neurotransmitters, reduce inflammation, and have anxiolytic effects in animal models, but these findings are preliminary and not specific to PTSD. Overall, the use of lingzhi for PTSD is primarily justified by traditional concepts of calming and supporting the mind, rather than by robust clinical research. Thus, while it may be used in traditional practice for general psychological support, there is little direct evidence—either traditional or scientific—specifically supporting its use for PTSD.

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