ABSTRACT
This conclusion presents some closing thoughts on the concepts discussed in the preceding chapters of this book. The book outlines the spirit of Pungryu was highlighted as the essence of natural lifestyle and a fundamental framework for the Korean philosophy of life. The significance of Pungryu in contemporary Korean psychotherapy is especially related to the expression of naturalness and lightness, like a child at arts play. The history of modern knowledge and practice of psychotherapy in Korea draws upon the same intellectual line and the adequate development of psychotherapy appropriate for people and culture of Korea has been hindered. Archaeological knowledge has shown that Koreans had had their autonomous ways for curing the mind illnesses, without a concept and care for mental health as defined by Western knowledge. Koreans have a largely negative opinion about mental health care because of the social stigma attached to mental treatment. Nevertheless, Koreans are reluctant or unwilling to seek help from mental health professionals.
