To an extent, some anxiety is normal. Experiencing trepidation in unfamiliar situations, talking to new people or being fearful of the dark, burglars or animals are all typical reactions.
When these symptoms become more severe and start to interfere with everyday activities, they are considered an anxiety disorder.
These can take on various forms and be classified depending on the pattern and intensity of the signs. The most commonly recognised one is generalised anxiety disorder (GAD) or chronic anxiety.
Anxiety can present itself in subtle forms and in some children, it can be masked by defiance, outbursts of temper tantrums.
Chronic anxiety can cause a range of symptoms, from restlessness and fatigue to worrying, irritability and an inability to relax.
Concentration may be affected, with the patient unable to focus or their mind going blank; physical symptoms such as muscle tension, sleeping problems and specific fears may also occur.
Other signs include social phobia, excessive worrying before events have taken place, an obsession with safety issues, refusal to attend school and frequent headaches or stomach aches.
Although it can affect academic performance, some patients with chronic anxiety will still do well in studies.
There is also mild anxiety or acute anxiety which is seen in students just before exams.
Causes of Chronic Anxiety
Around half of all cases of anxiety can be traced back to a genetic factor.
Children and adolescents may also learn this behaviour from those around them, such as a parent displaying an excessively anxious attitude. External elements, such as domestic or social violence, can have a big impact too.
Lastly, sometimes an unfortunate event in life like the passing away of someone close could result in anxiety issues.
Chronic anxiety disorders are treatable with homeopathy, taking into consideration the complete assessment of a child/adolescent’s pattern and intensity of symptoms.
Homeopathic remedies are tailored to individual cases and aim to treat the root cause of the problem.
Acute Anxiety
Kids developing signs of fear and crippling anxiety before their exams can find great relief with homeopathic remedies Gelsemium and Argentum Nitricum.
Chronic Anxiety
Some homoeopathic remedies used in the treatment of chronic anxiety are:
Arsenicum alb
Arsenicum is a good remedy for children who display anxiety about circumstances outside their control, such as sickness or the loss of loved ones and property.
They worry excessively about things going wrong and use perfectionism to appear in control; they maintain orderliness and precision by ensuring everything is neat, spotlessly clean and properly organised.
Cal carb
For those children who might benefit from Calc carb, nervousness is often provoked when they attend school. These children are characterised by an orderly approach to learning and require organisation, yet may be slow to comprehend and memorise material.
Consequently, their academic endeavours can cause distress, as well as the fear of censure from their peers. Furthermore, these students are regularly shy and extremely sensitive to criticism or even just being watched.
Phosphorus
Children suitable for Phosphorus are usually extroverted and receptive to outside influences. Anxiety often derives from their own imagination, particularly surrounding dark places, thunderstorms, and ghosts.
They may be particularly scared of being alone at night. If you’re interested in exploring a homeopathic approach for your kid, please schedule a free 30-minute initial consultation through this link.
Silica
Kids who can benefit from Silica often appear shy and lacking in self-assurance. Despite being docile and keen to please, they make it hard for themselves to grasp new concepts and become unsteady facing fresh predicaments – such as a shift in schools or the onset of a new pursuit.
They tend to anticipate potential anxieties when met with obstacles, like school assignments or tests.
If you would like to consider homeopathic treatment for your child, you can contact me.