Treating fears & inner restlessness • How homeopathy helps

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Homeopathy: important medicines and their effects

Spider phobia, debilitating fears for the future, unjustifiable panic and restlessness, which do not let those affected leave the house: There are many different forms of fear and inner restlessness.

Take restlessness and fears seriously

Anxiety and restlessness are often expressed through physical symptoms such as dizziness, sweating, abdominal pain, a lump in the throat or loss of appetite. Such signs should not be taken lightly by those affected. Even before the suffering is very great and fear affects life, it is important to have the complaints clarified by a doctor or psychotherapist.

Treat homeopathic fears and anxiety

Inner restlessness, fears and panic attacks can be treated in addition to psychotherapeutic and drug therapy approaches to complementary medicine. The goal: to reduce inner tension.

The following soothing and balancing homeopathic medicines can help with mild forms of anxiety and panic attacks:

• Aconitum napellus: In the event of an apparently groundless panic attack with very strong feelings of anxiety, increased blood pressure and rapid heartbeat, homeopaths recommend preparations with the active ingredient Aconitum. In addition, Eisenhut is used for nervous heart problems after a drastic experience.

• Argentum nitricum: Homeopathic medicine is the drug of choice when fear relates to upcoming events such as exams or a speech to a group. Thoughts are constantly circling around the impending experience and fear of failure.

• Arsenicum album: Homeopaths Arsenicum album are recommended for those who are chasing and feeling anxious, especially at night and in the dark, and who sometimes increase their fear of death.

• Cimicifuga racemosa: The black cohosh is mainly used for anxiety due to hormonal changes, such as before the period or in the menopause.

• Cypripedium pubescens: for inner restlessness that hinders sleep and if thoughts about the day do not allow those affected to rest

• Gelsemium sempervirens: against tremor, excitement, anxiety, stress and worry as a result of a shock or shock. Gelsemium is also a suitable remedy for anxiety caused by stage fright.

• Ignatia: Ignatia is recommended for emotional imbalance and conflicting feelings. It can help those who feel the urge to laugh at one moment and who cry the next moment. This remedy has also proven itself for swallowing difficulties and the feeling of having a lump in the throat.

• Pulsatilla: Fears for the future that unexpectedly attack victims can be alleviated with the pasque flower. The loneliness can hardly be endured and separation situations intensify these fears.

• Phosphorus: for anxiety and general restlessness, which becomes apparent through the inability to remain calm

• Silicea: If new tasks are frightening, those affected are likely to fail and don't trust themselves, you can try Silicea.

Treat phobias naturally

Phobia is a special form of fear. In the case of phobia, fear is directed to a namable trigger. It can be an object, a situation or an animal. These agents activate the body's self-healing powers in phobias:

• Argentum nitricum: claustrophobia and fear of heights are treated with Argentum nitricum.

• Lachesis: Recommended if you are afraid of physical tightness, for example in large crowds or confined spaces. Symptoms such as shit outbreaks and hot flashes are typical.

• Phosphorus: The fear refers to everything that cannot be actively controlled or influenced, such as thunderstorms or noises.

Some of the active ingredients are also used in combination as so-called complex agents. Several ingredients complement each other and enhance the effect. Get advice from an experienced homeopath or pharmacy.

Please do not forget: Both a doctor and a psychotherapist should always be involved in the homeopathic treatment of anxiety and inner restlessness. For such complaints, psychotherapy (such as behavior therapy) and, if necessary, medicinal, culinary medicine treatment are usually indicated.

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