Homeopathy
for Stress, Anxiety and Depression
The theory of homeopathy was developed by a man named Samuel Hahnemann (1755-1843). It was derived from
the Greek words homoios (which means similar) and pathos (which means suffering).
This method of therapy is based on principles such as:
- Like Cures Like - This is based on the idea that the same substance that can cause symptoms of a particular disease in a healthy
person can also cure the symptoms in a sick person with that particular disease.
- Extreme Dilution - Plant extracts (believe it
or not, including poisonous ones) are approximately 99% diluted with water and/or alcohol. Doses are so small that they are safe and most effective
in these tiny doses.
Although there are many different homeopathic remedies to choose from, there are some that are specifically used to help with
stress, anxiety and depression.
Homeopathy for Anxiety
The following remedies may be useful in treating symptoms of anxiety.
-
Aconite
- Argentum nitricum
- Arsenicum album
- Calcarea carbonica
- Gelsemium
- Ignatia amara
- Kali phosphoricum
- Lycopodium
- Natrum muriaticum
- Phosphorus
- Pulsatilla
- Silicea
Homeopathy for Depression
The following remedies may be useful in treating symptoms of depression.
- Arsenicum album
- Aurum metallicum
- Calcarea carbonica
- Causticum
- Cimicifuga
- Ignatia amara
- Kali phosphoricum
- Natrum carbonicum
- Natrum muriaticum
- Pulsatilla
- Sepia
- Staphysagria
It is important to note that homeopathic medicine treats the symptoms, not the disease itself.
Learn more about Homeopathy
Homeopathic medicine is definitely not for everyone, but it is still shown to be an effective
method for helping to relieve the symptoms of stress, anxiety and depression.
It is highly recommended that you do your research before using this type of
therapy yourself.
Naturopathic physicians are specially trained physicians in the use of naturopathic medicine and homeopathy. If you are interested in this method of therapy, you might consider finding
one in your local area to work with.
Search the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians Directory for a Physician nearest to you.
Recommended Reading
Click for more information and reviews on each book:
The Complete Homeopathy Handbook: Safe and Effective Ways to Treat Fevers, Coughs, Colds and Sore Throats, Childhood Ailments, Food Poisoning, Flu, and a Wide Range of Everyday Complaints
by Miranda Castro
Everybody's guide to homeopathic medicines
by Stephen Cummings, MD.
Homeopathic Medicine At Home
by Maesimund B. Panos, MD. and Jane Heimlich
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