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Homeopathy Effective in Treating Depression

Homeopathy Effective in Treating Depression

In Mesa, AZ we treat depression naturally with homeopathy.Feeling a bit down from time to time is a normal part of life, but when feeling down is replaced by feelings of emptiness and despair, it may be depression.

More than just feeling “blue” depression can make it difficult to function and enjoy life. The things you used to enjoy and friends that once interested you no longer keep your attention. When you’re depressed you’re exhausted all of the time and just making it through the day is almost overwhelming. When struggling with it, things may seem hopeless but with the care of a qualified naturopath physician and treatment with the correct homeopathic medicine you can get better.

Though the precise cause and nature of depression is not clearly understood, it is believed to be related to an imbalance of brain chemicals called neurotransmitters. This chemical imbalance may be caused by one or more of the following factors:

  • Some types of depression run in families, suggesting that the condition can be inherited from parents and grandparents as a genetic predisposition.
  • When this genetic predisposition is amplified through stresses at work or school, it can lead to depression. Stress can also be elevated due to a serious loss, difficult relationship, financial problems or any stressful change in life patterns.
  • People who have low self-esteem and consistently view themselves and the world in general with a pessimistic attitude are easily overwhelmed by stress and prone to depression.
  • Medical illnesses such as stroke, heart attack, cancer, Parkinson’s disease and hormonal disorders can also lead to depressive illness.

Very often a combination of genetic, psychological and environmental factors are involved in the onset of depression.

Homeopathy offers an excellent treatment for all stages of depression and is particularly effective in the early stages of the disorder. A wide variety of symptoms can be dealt with successfully through homeopathic care. Homeopathy can positively influence personality traits that are at the base of the disease.

The important factor is that when genetic predispositions are coupled with environmental stress the result is depression. Homeopathic medicines are particularly successful treating depression through their deep acting nature, countering genetic tendencies. Homeopathic medicines address the root cause of the disease and work to prevent a relapse or recurrence of the condition. And unlike other conventional medicines, homeopathy is free of negative side-effects.

If you have a question about homeopathy, call Dr. Andrew Kaufmann at (480) 840-1841.

 

Disclaimer: No statements on this website are intended to diagnose, prevent, treat or cure any condition or disease but rather are given for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of a licensed, trained health care provider when using any dietary supplements, herbal, homeopathic, over-the-counter medicines, prescription drugs or making any dietary or lifestyle changes.

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Can Homeopathy Help Bipolar Disease?

Can homeopathy help bipolar disease?

Treatment of bipolar disease, in young and old, can be treated effectively in Mesa, AZBipolar disease is no longer a condition that is unfamiliar to the most of us. Many people suffer from this sometimes disabling disorder both young and old. Although we all have our mental ups and downs, for the person with a bipolar condition these mood swings can range from totally normal to a manic attack on the other side.

If you know someone tormented by this disorder you are probably wondering what can be done to help. There are two distinct approaches to treat bipolar disease, allopathy which merely treats the symptoms of the disorder, or homeopathy. Of the two, homeopathy is uniquely suited in its ability to treat mental disorders in general and bipolar disease in particular.

Homeopathy is based on the principle that “like cures like.” Simply stated, this means that a remedy must be capable of producing similar symptoms in a healthy person. Homeopathic medicines used for bipolar treatment are similar to those used for unipolar disorders such as depression and mania. Although the treatment of bipolar disorder is more difficult than unipolar disorder, homeopathy offers excellent long-term treatment options.

Successful homeopathic treatment relies on a few things. The experience and knowledge of the treating naturopathic physician plays a significant role in how successful treatment will be but the patient also plays a large role as well. Patients must accurately report symptoms to their physician as well as rigorously follow the prescribed treatment plan to achieve optimal success. It is also vitally important for patients to tell their physician about all medications and vitamins they are taking.

A bipolar patient under naturopathic care can also expect to make some lifestyle changes that might work to counteract the homeopathic treatment or make the condition worse. These changes may include restricting caffeine, alcohol, tobacco, spices or herbs.

The list of homeopathic medicines used to treat bipolar disorder is extensive but some the commonly used medicines for depression are anacardium, sepia, naja or natrum muriaticum. Some of the commonly used homeopathic medicines for mania are belladonna, stramonium, hyoscamus, tarantula or syphilinum. Sufferers of bipolar disorder must NOT attempt to self-treat. Although some of the suggested homeopathic medicines may be found in the local health food stores or vitamin/nutrition stores, only a licensed physician or certified homeopathic prescriber is able to determine the correct homeopathic medicine and dosage for your individual needs.

If you have a question about bipolar disorder, please call Dr. Andrew Kaufmann at (480) 840-1841.

Disclaimer: No statements on this website are intended to diagnose, prevent, treat or cure any condition or disease but rather are given for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of a licensed, trained health care provider when using any dietary supplements, herbal, homeopathic, over-the-counter medicines, prescription drugs or making any dietary or lifestyle changes.

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