Abstract： Baduanjin is a unique guiding technique in China， which has special advantages in preventing and treating depression syndrome. Based on the traditional medical theory and through summarizing the relevant literature， the rich connotations of Baduanjin are analyzed from the perspective of the prevention and treatment of depression syndrome and the impact on eight systems of human body. It is proposed that Baduanjin， as an effective means of treating depression syndrome，can improve mental health with positive social values.