Back to School Blues?

By: Theresa Johnson DSHom UK, Classical Homeopath

Is your child feeling anxious about going back to school?

Is your son or daughter feeling anxious about going back to school or starting up at a new school? Homeopathy is known to be particularly effective in a range of anxiety-related complaints such as phobias, 'stage-fright' and insecurity. Children tend to respond quickly to homeopathic treatment, and it also helps to support the development of a strong, healthy immune system. If you feel that your child needs a little extra boost to help him or her over a hump, then read on and find out how to make this transition a smoother one.

Choosing your child's remedy

Choose a remedy below that matches at least three of your child's symptoms. For any other chronic psychological condition such as hyperactivity/ADHD, depression, anger or low self esteem, please seek professional homeopathic advice.

ACONITE Does your child have sudden panic attacks, which may be brought on by shock? Does he/she have a fear of being in crowds or of narrow spaces? Is he/she overly restless or have attacks of hyperventilation? If so, try Aconite 30Cto help relieve these symptoms.

ARGENTUM NITRICUM Is your child overly nervy and hurried, with particular fears of being late or of closed spaces? Does he/she fear the worst (i.e. failure) when it comes to anything new, such as tests, being on show/stage or going to the dentist/school? Are they upset to the point of having diarrhea or show signs of trembling or weakness? A great remedy for helping to alleviate these symptoms is Argentum nitricum 30C.

ARSENICUM ALBUM Is your child nervous, restless, fastidious and fearful of contracting a contagious disease? Does he/she feel lonely or threatened or have a fear of closed spaces? Do they generally feel chilly, but feel burning pains when ill? If so, then Arsenicum 30C is your remedy.

CALCAREA CARBONICUM Do you have a tired and sluggish child who is stubborn and full of worries? Does he/she always feel as if they are being watched or criticized? Does he/she worry about the future: that something will happen? Try Calcarea carbonicum 30C.

GELSEMIUM This remedy is well known for helping those who feel great anticipatory anxiety, fear of new situations, public appearances and have a hard time coping with life in general. There is marked appearance of droopiness and heaviness in the face, and also signs of trembling, dullness, weakness and paralysis.

PHOSPHORUS Is your child a little 'social butterfly' who very much enjoys interacting with others? Is he/she a sensitive soul who is impressionable and sympathetic? Are they particularly fearful of thunder storms, ghosts, monsters, the dark, robbers or of being alone? If at least 3 of these match your child's symptoms try Phosphorus 30C.

STRAMONIUM This is a deeply fearful remedy, with feelings of being lost in a wilderness. If your child is suffering from the effects of shock, has outbursts of violent anger/action and night terrors, then this could be an effective remedy for them. The remedy also has particular fears of water, dogs and closed spaces. Take in a 30C potency.

Administration of Remedy

Once you have decided on a remedy, place one pillule (touching it as little as possible) under your child's tongue for it to dissolve. If symptoms improve, do not repeat the remedy; if symptoms persist or return, repeat the remedy, as often as needed.

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Wishing you and your family a healthy and confident start to the new school year!