Anxiety - How Can Homeopathy Avert It?

Anxiety is the body’s natural response to stress – we all have experienced anxiety at some point in life. It is quite normal to feel anxious when you are facing a problem, before taking an important decision or simply before entering the examination hall. However, anxiety disorders are different.

Anxiety disorders refer to a group of mental disorders that often cause distress and interfere with your routine life. 

Types of Anxiety Disorders -

Some examples of anxiety disorders may include –

• Panic disorder – characterized by repetitive panic attacks at unexpected times

• Phobia – excessive fear of a particular situation, object or activity

• Social Anxiety Disorder – the fear of being judged by others in society

• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder – characterized by repetitive, irrational thoughts that compel you to repeat a specific behavior

• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder – anxiety attacks following a traumatic event

What are the causes of anxiety disorder?

A combination of genetic and environmental factors, as well as brain chemistry, could cause anxiety disorders. A family history of mental disorder could be related to faulty circuits in your brain, responsible for controlling fear.

Symptoms to Watch Out for - 

The symptoms of anxiety disorder may vary from one person to another, depending on the type of condition. Some may feel butterflies in the stomach, while others may experience panic attacks or a constant feeling of worry and fear.

General symptoms of anxiety include –

• Rapid breathing

• Restlessness

• Increased heart rate

• Difficulty sleeping and concentrating

How can Homeopathy help avert anxiety attacks?

If you have been suffering from frequent anxiety attacks, you might want to rely on homeopathy medications and therapies to cure its symptoms. 

Different homeopathy medicines are recommended keeping in mind the factors triggering an anxiety attack. Some examples include –

• Aconite – If anxiety is triggered by fear or panic connected to a past traumatic event, you might be prescribed aconite. The medicine works well to reduce symptoms, like dry mouth/skin and fast heartbeat. 

• Arsenicum album – The medicine is given to people suffering from anxiety due to the fear of darkness or loneliness. They always fear to be alone and often show signs of restlessness. 

• Calcarea carbonica – This medicine works best for people, who develop a fear of breaking out of their comfort zone. Anxiety takes a toll if their plans change, and they may find it difficult to cope with the changed situation.

• Phosphorus – Homeopathic phosphorus is an effective medicine for people with social anxiety. When vexed or anxious, their thoughts may be scattered and they might face trouble focusing on things. 

Before you consume these medicines, consult your doctor to know the dosage. 

Besides the use of medicines, homeopathy also recommends using the home or natural remedies to relieve stress and anxiety. These remedies are prepared from natural substances of the plant and animal kingdom and are completely safe.