Recovering from depression with homeopathy – The natural solution

If you are feeling discouraged about recovering from depression – homeopathy can be the natural solution that helps you get out of the rut of feeling exhausted, sad, isolated, and hopeless.

 

Depression

Depression affect most of us at some point in our lives whether mild and transient, moderate, or severe and long lasting. Depression can pay us a visit regardless of age and gender, sometimes with an obvious  trigger. At other times it can creep up on us without a clear cause and leave us with a lack of interest in life, reduced energy, sleep problems, physical aches and pains, weight gain or loss and a host of other symptoms.

Depression results from a complex interaction of social, psychological and biological factors. People who have gone through adverse life events (unemployment, bereavement, psychological trauma) are more likely to develop depression. Depression can, in turn, lead to more stress and dysfunction and worsen the affected person’s life situation and depression itself.

 

How frequent is depression?

According to The World Health Organization, Globally, more than 300 million people of all ages suffer from depression. According to The WHO, more women than men are affected. It is said that women are 70% more likely than men to experience depression during their lifetime. The higher recorded number for women is thought to be related to women being more likely to seek help than men. Depression risk in known to increase for women during and after pregnancy, during menstruation, and during menopause. Teen depression is on a steady rise world wide as well as depression seen in young children and pre-teens.

 

Why should I choose homeopathic treatment?

You are not like anybody else who is suffering with depression. Since the cause, and how we experience depression differs from person to person, the medicine used to help you recover should reflect these differences. Homeopathy is not a one size fits all medicine, it is always tailored to your specific needs. It offers hundreds of different medicines to remove the symptoms of your depression, both emotional and physical symptoms, completely naturally and without any side-effects.The conversation with a homeopath helps map out all your specific symptoms before the correct remedy is selected. The interview with a homeopath is conducted in a respectful and non-judgmental manner, offering the patient space and plenty of time to go through all the symptoms they are experiencing.

 

Some homeopathic medicines used in depression

There are hundreds of homeopathic remedies that are used in depression (and anxiety). I am mentioning some here to give you an idea of the variations. Keep in mind that these are broad generalizations and should not be used as a guide for self-prescribing.

 

Aurum

A remedy used for the deepest imaginable depression. The person may feel no connection to life and live in a dark, isolated and joyless space. Suits people who are responsible and set high goals, concerned with family and financial matters. Symptoms often get worse at night or during the colder months, but these individuals may find relief from calming music.

 

Arsenicum

For excessive worriers, especially for those that obsess about health and can be classified as a perfectionist. They often are depressed when they fail to reach personal lofty standards. The person’s symptoms are usually worse in colder weather, and they are also very sensitive to pain.

 

Staphysagria

For a person who is sensitive, quiet, and emotional. The person may be addicted to work and have a problem standing up to others. The depression can be caused by shame, resentment, suppressed emotions, and hurt feelings. When under too much pressure, they may experience fits of rage. They may also experience insomnia, headaches, toothaches, stomachaches, and stress-related bladder infections.

 

Ignatia

For sensitive people that tend to suppress disappointment or grief. They also do not want to appear too vulnerable, defensive, moody, or guarded in the eyes of others. On occasion, they may burst into tears or laughter for no particular reason. Other symptoms may include abdominal cramps, headaches, or insomnia.

 

Natrum mur.

They will often hide strong inner feelings such as anger, fear of misfortune, grief, or romantic attachment. They are also responsible, reserved, guarded, and they seek solitude. Although they also seek sympathy, they can become angry if someone attempts to console them. Other symptoms include migraines, insomnia, back pain, anxiety, and hopelessness.

 

Homeopathic remedies are non-toxic and free of side-effects

This is an important factor for many people and for various reasons. Some who are currently on conventional antidepressants wants to reduce the amount they are taking, or eventually come off them completely. Others have tried antidepressants in the past but have experienced little to no effect, or have experienced unwanted side-effects. Many have an intolerance for SSRI’s and seek out alternative treatment options. For those who are taking antidepressants and want to try homeopathy it is good to know that the two are completely compatible and safe to take at the same time without one interfering with the other. As the homeopathic medicine begins to act, the patient is frequently able to gradually reduce or stop their antidepressants. Reducing or stopping antidepressants or other psychotropic drug should always be done under the supervision of your prescribing physician or psychiatrist, and homeopath. 

 

Back to feeling happy and well

The majority of patients who choose constitutional homeopathic treatment for their depression experience a dramatic shift in their emotional well being over time. A treatment plan including one monthly consultation with your homeopath spread over a period of 6 to12 months, is usually sufficient for deep transformation to happen. Expect a positive shift in your mood and improved quality of sleep within two  to six weeks after starting the remedy prescribed. A continued and gradual improvement of all your symptoms continue over the next weeks and months. Happiness, renewed energy, a positive outlook and hope for the future, an overall sense of emotional and physical well being are frequently reported from patients receiving homeopathy for their depression.

 

Get in touch with me

If you would like to find out more on how I can help you or a loved one, do get in touch by e-mailing me: lone@naturligvishomeopathy.com or fill out this contact form. I will get back with you within 24 hours.

Classical Homeopath Lone Pedersen DCH, MNHL

International practice with online consultations via Skype or VSee.  

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