Buddhist psychotherapeutic theory and practice from the perspective of the Yogācāra school of Buddhism
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Author
Lee, Ming See all items with this value
Date
2002
Volume
3
Pages
244-249
ISSN
1530-4108 See all items with this value
Abstract
The theories proposed by the Yogācāra School of Buddhism provide a foundation for explaining human behavior in reality building and testing, as well as the mistakes human beings make in this process. The theories also offer alternatives for human beings to transcend from an ordinary consciousness to an enlightened mind. The school is thus believed to provide a theoretical and practical perspective for psychotherapy. This article describes the Yogācāra theories of consciousness and idealistic reflection and their relation to the origin and reduction of sufferings. The implications of these theories for a psychotherapeutic theory and practice are also discussed.