Depression - How Can Homeopathy Avert It?

Depression is a mental-emotional disorder that reflects signs of severe sadness, pessimism and a general indifference towards life. There are major changes in physical activities as well. It is a little difficult to identify in the initial stages and it can move on to a more serious condition wherein a person turns suicidal. People suffering from depression may intentionally inflict physical pain on themselves as an outlet to relieve their psychological suffering.

Symptoms of Depression-

1. Loss of interest in their hobbies.

2. A laidback, indifferent attitude towards life.

3. Persistent sadness.

4. Irritability for causes unknown.

5. Pessimism.

6. Sudden weeping outbursts.

7. Restlessness.

8. Inability to concentrate on something for a long period of time.

9. Inability to apply the mind to work.

10. Lack of rational or logical thinking.

Causes of Depression-

1. A sad, difficult event in life. For example, a major failure, loss of a loved one, separation from a loved one, disturbed family life or any other form of tragedy.

2. Reaction to certain medication that has affected the neuro-transmitters or bio-chemicals present in the brain.

3. Hormonal imbalance, especially during the peri-menopausal (marked by the ovaries secreting lesser oestrogen) years of a woman.

4. Any physical disability or chronic illness such as cancer can contribute to depression.

Treatment for Depression-

1. Counselling sessions with a psycho-therapist.

2. Consultation with a neurologist.

3. Spiritual healing through chants, guidance, positive thoughts.

4. Medication.

5. Spending time with friends, loved ones.

Healing Depression With Homeopathy-

Homeopathy is a natural and non-toxic remedy for several diseases. The major advantage of homeopathy over other medication is that it does not cause any adverse side effect. It is safe and can be used at all ages without worrying about any detrimental consequence. Homeopathy is known to be very effective in treating depression. Homeopathy medicines are prescribed after a thorough study of the symptoms. Homeopathy first treats the symptoms and then provides relief; for example, the constant mental exhaustion or some unexplained physical pain. It then works on the cause of the disease. In this case, the medicines will affect and treat the hormonal disorders or neurological disorders. Following this, homeopathy medicines will try to prevent the onset of depression in future.