Simply match your symptoms to the remedy that best fits. In acute situations, using homeopathy for mental and emotional states can be extremely beneficial, and a great strategy to employ along with other mechanisms that work for you.
Common mental and emotional states that our first aid kit addresses - anxiety, panic, grief, resentment and anger:
ACONITE For acute fear or after a fright where there is agitation, restlessness and great fear of death. Nightmares and restlessness after bad news, trauma or shock.
ARSENICUM Extreme mental and physical restlessness, particularly at night. Anxiety in high achievers who may become perfectionist and very critical.
COCCULUS Anxiety brought on from excessive worry, loss of sleep, nursing a loved one. Very common remedy for exhausted mums suffering the ill effects of being up at night caring for newborns.
GELSEMIUM Anticipatory anxiety and dread before an event. Heavy, weak and trembling. Drowsy and confused. Frequent urination and there may be painless diarrhoea.
IGNATIA Intense grief, sorrow, homesickness, disappointment. With feelings of being distraught, which can lead to the person falling to pieces. May alternate between bouts of crying and laughter. Feels unable to cope. Oversensitive with mood swings and sighing.
PULSATILLA Commonly needed at times of change. Shy, clingy and weepy. Better for sympathy. Need constant support, company and comforting. Often cry uncontrollably at all reminders such as photos and sad music. Changeable moods.
STAPHYSAGRIA Overwhelming feelings of injustice, embarrassment, violation and humiliation. The rudeness of others offends you. Very helpful in cases of anger and resentment.