Personal profile
Biography
Dr. Yeung obtained his Bachelor in Chinese Medicine and Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Hons) at the Hong Kong Baptist University and registered as a Chinese Medicine Practitioner in 2004. He left the Chinese Medicine Clinics of Hong Kong Baptist University and pursued research training in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Hong Kong in 2005. He was conferred a Ph.D. degree in 2010 and worked as a post-doctoral fellow in the same year. In 2014, he joined the School of Chinese Medicine at the University of Hong Kong as a Research Assistant Professor. Dr. Yeung is now an Associate Professor at the School of Nursing, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University.
Dr. Yeung’s research focuses on evaluating traditional Chinese medicine interventions for sleep and mood disorders using randomized controlled trials and systematic reviews. In addition, he has been focusing on using acupuncture, acupressure, and other self-help interventions for symptom management.
Dr. Yeung is now leading several projects that provide opportunities for postgraduate research studies. If you are determined to pursue Ph.D. studies, you may contact Dr. Yeung to discuss the possibility.
Research interests
- Insomnia
- Sleep and mood disorders
- Acupuncture/ Acupressure
- Traditional Chinese Medicine
Education/Academic qualification
Bachelor of Chinese Medicine and Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science, Hong Kong Baptist University
Doctor of Philosophy, The University of Hong Kong
Keywords
- RC0321 Neuroscience. Biological psychiatry. Neuropsychiatry
- insomnia
- depression
- sleep
- pain
- R Medicine (General)
- Acupuncture
- Chinese Medicine
- Acupressure
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
Research output
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Perceptions and experiences of a multicomponent traditional Chinese medicine lifestyle medicine program for depression: a qualitative study
Ruan, J. Y., Chen, X., Cheng, H. L., Qing, W. Y., Ho, J. Y. S., Chen, H. Y., Luo, D., Hu, L., Chen, J. Y., Wu, L. Y., Chak, K. Y., Lu, C., Mak, Y. W. & Yeung, W. F., 15 Jan 2026, In: BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. 26, 1, p. 32 1 p.Research output: Journal article publication › Journal article › Academic research › peer-review
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A scoping review of literature: What has been studied about mental health problems among individuals with ankylosing spondylitis?
Mei, X., Yeung, W. F., Hu, Y., He, M., Lu, W., Bayuo, J., Lantta, T. & Li, Y., Apr 2025, In: Archives of Psychiatric Nursing. 55, 151855.Research output: Journal article publication › Review article › Academic research › peer-review
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Effectiveness of Ecological Momentary Interventions on Pain, Mental Health, and Quality of Life in Individuals With Rheumatic Diseases: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
Mei, X., Li, Y., Yeung, W. F., Hu, Y., Li, J., Li, M. & Yorke, J., 29 Jul 2025, In: Journal of Nursing Management. 2025, 1, 9923240.Research output: Journal article publication › Review article › Academic research › peer-review
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Effect of zero-time exercise on physically inactive adults with insomnia disorder: A randomized controlled trial
Yeung, W. F., Lai, A. Y. K., Yu, B. Y. M., Ho, F. Y. Y., Chung, K. F., Ho, J. Y. S., Suen, L. K. P., Ho, L. M. & Lam, T. H., May 2025, In: International Journal of Nursing Studies. 165, 105033.Research output: Journal article publication › Journal article › Academic research › peer-review
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Effects of sleep hygiene education for insomnia: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Ruan, J. Y., Liu, Q., Chung, K. F., Ho, K. Y. & Yeung, W. F., Aug 2025, In: Sleep Medicine Reviews. 82, 102109.Research output: Journal article publication › Review article › Academic research › peer-review
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Prizes
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Best Poster Presentation Award of Smart Ageing Session
Liu, Y. W. J. (Recipient), Luk, C. W. H. (Recipient), Ling, K. K. (Recipient), Yeung, J. W. F. (Recipient), Sun, Y. (Recipient), Lo, K. H. K. (Recipient), Kor, P. P. K. (Recipient), Fong, G. C. H. (Recipient), Choi, T. K. S. (Recipient), Cheung, D. S. K. (Recipient) & Zheng, Y. (Recipient), 11 May 2023
Prize: Prize (research)
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The Outstanding Junior Research Award for Clinical Research
Yeung, W. F. (Recipient), 18 Jun 2021
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Youth Outstanding Thesis Award
Yeung, W. F. (Supervisor) & Ruan, J. (Recipient), 17 Aug 2024
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Activities
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School of Nursing (Organisational unit)
Yeung, W. F. (Other)
Jan 2025 → Aug 2026Activity: Office holder / membership of professional bodies › Office holder / member of other professional body
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Integrative Medicine Research (Journal)
Yeung, W. F. (Editorial board member)
Mar 2025 → Dec 2026Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work › Editorial work for journals
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Chinese Medicine Development Committee, the Health Bureau (External organisation)
Yeung, W. F. (Member)
1 Feb 2025 → 31 Jan 2027Activity: Office holder / membership of professional bodies › Office holder / member of committee
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The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (Organisational unit)
Yeung, W. F. (Member)
May 2025 → …Activity: Office holder / membership of professional bodies › Office holder / member of other professional body
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School of Nursing (Organisational unit)
Yeung, W. F. (Co-chair)
Apr 2025 → …Activity: Office holder / membership of professional bodies › Office holder / member of other professional body