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Homeopathic Remedies for Depression in teenagers
HELP ME” read the note. He pasted it on a fourth-floor window, before killing 17 and himself at a school in Germany. Robert Steinhaeuser, a 19-year-old, had been expelled by the school and apparently sought revenge. Armed with a pump-gun and a pistol, he went into the school and started shooting randomly.
Priya (not her real name), till a few years ago, was a happy and a playful young one. She is 16 and is not attending school. Affording education isn’t the problem for her parents. “After the death of her father she is not able to cope with the pressures of life”, says her mother. Priya suffers from depression. Worst of all, last year, she nearly committed suicide.
Although, geographically and symptomatically poles apart, Priya and Robert suffered from the same illness’ depression ‘. If only their parents or teachers had recognised those early signs of depression, surely, their situation wouldn?t have been so catastrophic. Every adult remembers that adolescence is marked by rapid emotional, intellectual, and physical change. So, when a teenager seems depressed, parents, schools, and health providers often attribute the signs of depression to “just a phase the teen is going through” and expect her or him “to grow out of it.” However, many teenagers, at a given time, do suffer from major depression, which may lead to suicide, impair development and quality of life, cause conduct problems and, in some cases, may be related to violent behaviour.
Depression can be a transient response to many situations and stresses. In adolescents, depressed mood is common because of the normal maturation process, the stress associated with it, the influence of sex hormones, and independence conflicts with parents.It may also be a reaction to a disturbing event, such as the death of a friend or relative, problems with a boyfriend or girlfriend, or failure at school.
How to recognise Depression in teenagers
Signs of depression
- Persistent sadness and hopelessness
- Withdrawal from friends and activities once enjoyed
- Increased irritability or agitation
- Missed school or poor school performance.
- Changes in eating and sleeping habits
- Indecision, lack of concentration, or forgetfulness
- Poor self-esteem or guilt
- Frequent physical complaints, such as headaches and stomachaches
- Drug and/or alcohol abuse
- Thoughts of death or suicide
Homeopathic Remedies for Depression in Teenagers
Homeopathy has one of the best treatments for depression in teenagers. It is a highly evolved system when the treatment is to be based on mind symptoms. It goes far beyond the conventional system, Homeopathic medicines are able to flush out the impressions created in minds by stressful events. It has specific medicines for symptoms of depression arising out of different situations – as varied as the loss of a loved one, indignation, domination by peers, sexual abuse, etc. It would treat both Robert and Priya (the above mentioned patients) as two different cases. Robert would be taken as a case “of suppressed anger with violence”, and Priya?s case as depression arising from the “loss of a loved one” whereby the prescription would be different for both of them.Homeopathic medicines like natrum mur, staphysgaria, lycopodium, ignatia, Kali Phos, Aurum Met and carcinocin are some of the important ones often used in treating depression. Psychotherapy and counselling also have a major role to play in the Homeopathic treatment of depression in teenagers.
Ignatia – The best Homeopathic medicine for Treating General Depression In teenagers.
This homeopathic medicine is the leading medicine for treating depression when real cause cannot be elicited and is also widely used as a near specif for treating all forms of depression. This medicine covers nearly all the symptoms of general depression eg withdrawl , sadness , increased irritability etc. I have personally used it in many cases of teenage depression and got great results with it.
Natrum Mur – Homeopathic Remedy for depression in teenager , When Grief is The cause.
Homeopathic Remedy Natrum Mur is well suited for cases of teenage depression when grief is the reason for depression . This grief can result out of various situations eg. loss of loved one , friendship discord , disappointment in love etc.
Kali Phos – Homeopathic Remedy for Depression In teenagers When Stress Overworked mind is the cause.
It is very common to see kids going through depression due to stress excessive study and mental overload on their young minds; Kali phos works very well to treat such forms of depression.
Aurum Met – Homeopathic Medicine for treating depression in teenagers with Suicidal Thoughts
This form of depression is not something that should be taken lightly . One should immediately consult a physician when an adoloscent reports with such symptoms. From the treatment point of view , homeopathic medicine Aurum Met is very helpful in these advanced forms of depression where suicidal thoughts have started to take place .
What can I use to help my son who also has anxiety
My daughter 17 years old now it is seen that most of the time she suffers runny nose blocked nose pls pls prescribe a Homeo drug for her .early age she had childhood asthma.
My child had serious suicidal thoughts and was admitted to a hospital for help. Multiple therapists have been set up for her. However, they seem to want to use prescriptions drugs to help. After doing considerable research I’m not ok with the results RX produce. Need help finding more useful and effective alternatives. She is 15
Hi doctor my son is going through severe anxiety and loss of concentration and lack of positive thoughts. He is 14 years old..he recently developed some itching problems common to all of us because of normal humid skin conditions in his nappy and genital areas.he is now very much perturbed by that and has developed anxiety and uncertainty over his conditions and can’t take it normally and is also behaving in absurd thoughts like his infection in skin will paralyse him…it will spread internally …fear of loss of normal discharge of urine and stool etc…please help and guide..
Hi doctor Sharma. My son is 26 years old and he is suffering with severe depression . He is doing Job but unable to crack any interview because of his mind is not stable and concentrate and doesn’t like to share anything with family members , no social activity, always denying to attend any party of neighbours and talking himself with hand hand action, sleep late night but taking complete rest 6-7 hous per day, up till morning . Sometime he does display irritation and anger and rude behaviour with parents . Hopelessness Can you advise me with the medicine that will help him with his condition . I wish to hear from you . I’m very much worried and stressed over him. I will really appreciate your quick response. Thank you, Surendra sharma
Hello
My 14 year old daughter is struggling with life at the moment. My Ex-husband walked out on us 7 years ago which was a very traumatic time for her. Since then I have been through a divorce and also her favourite aunty which she got on very well with has abandoned us all. Another very traumatic thing for her! This was 18 mths ago.
I have recently remarried to someone my two children love, but she has found it, understandably, slightly hard to share me again, as we were just the 3 of us for 7 years.
She is sad most night times and has bad scalp incl. hair loss which she is struggling to cope with along with her acne. I do make time to talk to her which def. helps, but would be glad of any suggestions from you to help her be a bit more happier again, although she is going thru her difficult teens.
Many thanks.
Hi Doc…
My name is Kareemah…
M 17 yrs old..
I study in class 12th and my boards exam are starting in 2 weeks..
I have been suffering from depression since a year..
I have never told anyone because I didn’t want them to be worried or I was afraid at times that they might Not take it seriously and laugh away..
I was once the topper of my class and now I have been failing throughout the year..
2 weeks left for my boards and I want to put things together but seems like depression will never let me succeed.. I feel hopeless..
I tried getting an appointment with a doctor Bt then they charged me an amount I can’t afford…
I don’t know what to do…
I can’t study.. Nor I can sit without studying..
I feel stuck Jst blank..
I see nothing Bt disaster coming towards me..
I can’t even quit school…
I feel so worthless..
Pls help me.
Hi Dr Sharma, my 17 year old son has been diagnosed as having depression, it manifests itself ‘conventionally’ but also physically. He gets headache, neckache and stomach aches which last days. His sleep pattern is erratic at best, his appetite is poor and he has very little interest in anything or anyone. We are a very open family and he did come to me and left me know how he is feeling. Also I have anxiety and depression but have come off medication as I felt it makes no difference. My husband also lives with anxiety and depression and I suspect our other son is going the same way as he has a huge chip on his shoulder about everything and is quick to anger. Please what would you suggest? Maybe Ignatia for all of us?
Hello Dr.Sharma,
My daughter aged 18 is having depression and she has all the relevant symptoms. She is not social, doesnt want to attend college, is irritable, feels fatigued most of the time and has upset sleep timings. She is not able to concentrate and is quite unhappy.
Kindly suggest which homeopathy medicines should I give her.
Regards,
Hi
My son is 14
He suffers from anxiety
He has been diagnosed just last year with high functioning
Autism spectrum disorder, mild ocd and anxiety-
The anxiety prevents him from attending school everyday even though he likes it there-there was bullying but that was taken care of . I do not want to use med we used Prozac by recommendation repeatdly by doctor made my son feel worse and did not feel right to me- we currently do breathing mediation talk therapy-interested in finding s homeopathic remedy -I have used hylands nerve tonic for myself-
Do u have any recommendations? Lida
My 16 year old boy wanted to talk to me, he said all his friendships seem to finish and he feels a lot of loneliness. What has really frightened me is that he said he left his friends in the cinema and went to a big river in the town with the intention of jumping in. Now he has told me he doesn’t want to talk about it again. He gets a lot of excercise but lately because of going to college doesn’t eat as well. I have always treated him with Ayurveda and homeopathy. Just wondering if you can help. Thankyou.
Dear Dr. Sharma
My son is 15 years old and has some teenage and has anger problem for small reason ,after this anger he hurt himself or someone alse or damage anything front of himself , he desires to smoke always , just he started smoking from 6 month ago without listening to me and drinking sometimes , as soon as small thing he will be sad and depress, so messy and unsorted, so foul – mouthed in anger condition , 1 year missed school due of sickness and broken leg , he is so smart and intelligent but so lazy. He can be first student in studying but he dosen’t have so much effort, he is so sweet young man and helpful to other people , every body loves him , sometimes like anjel and sometimes like monster, most of his problems is in the house not out of house, he loves all the sports and knows a lot of technical way of defenses, football , basketball, Rugby, kick boxing , but don’t like work with team just private. Sometime talking about suicide, when he wants something he tryes his best to catch it. Never give up about anything , likes to fight, he has one word , sometimes so dictator , and sometimes so silent, when he disappointed about anything , he has a lot of silence griefs . Generally very social, kind , warm – blooded, friendly, helpful . Also he is over weight .
Thanks
Warm regard
Fatima
Dear Dr. Sharma
My son is 15 years old and has some teenage and has anger problem for small reason ,after this anger he hurt himself or someone alse or damage anything front of himself , he desires to smoke always , just he started smoking from 6 month ago without listening to me and drinking sometimes , as soon as small thing he will be sad and depress, so messy and unsorted, so foul – mouthed in anger condition , 1 year missed school due of sickness and broken leg , he is so smart and intelligent but so lazy. He can be first student in studying but he dosen’t have so much effort, he is so sweet young man and helpful to other people , every body loves him , sometimes like anjel and sometimes like monster, most of his problems is in the house not out of house, he loves all the sports and knows a lot of technical way of defenses, football , basketball, Rugby, kick boxing , but don’t like work with team just private. Sometime talking about suicide, when he wants something he tryes his best to catch it. Never give up about anything , likes to fight, he has one word , sometimes so dictator , and sometimes so silent, when he disappointed about anything , he has a lot of silence griefs . Generally very social, kind , warm – blooded, friendly, helpful .
Thanks
Warm regard
Fatima
I have a 14 year old daughter that has been diagnosed with MMD. Can I combine the different homeopathic remedies for her since she has a combination of symtoms?
My 15 year old son minor asthmatic since childhood and presently since 4-5 month he is ignore to going school feel lonely and some symptom of anxiety. My 2 elder sisters sons are already gone this situation. I
am also panic disorder at the age of 46. My son is also negative group in blood.
Is it in heriditory illness or is it cureable. I am very worry because I am single parent and I have only son.
Please guide me.
My 17 year old daughter has 7 out of 10 symptoms listed above. She has been self-harming (cutting her arms) and also getting suicidal thoughts and this has been going on for past 3 years or so. Being in Class 12, there is increased study pressure now. Her school counselor has been helping her but now she suggested maybe we should look at medication as well. Please advise.
My daughter 22 yrs , finished MBBS and doing internship was diagnosed to have bipolar disorder 5 yrs before. At present she is on Lithium and olanzipine but still not fully controlled.
Please advise.
Thanks
My 13 year old son has anxiety and depression how do I get homeopathy medication?
Hi doctor Sharma. My son is 26 and he is suffering with severe depression . He doesn’t like going school, no social activity. He does not sleep at all only during the day . Every night he is up till morning . He does display irritation and anger . Hopelessness . Can you advise me with the medicine that will help him with his condition . I wish to hear from you . I’m very much worried and stressed over him. I will really appreciate your quick response. Thank you, Salim
Dear Dr Sharma,
My name is Vivek. My wife is suffering from genetic depression (something between bipolar and schizophrenia). She is on regular medication.
Since the situation at home is not conducive, I am now worried for my only son who is now 10 years old.
These days he is regularly getting irritated because of the situation at home.
Wonder if there be any way to help him with homeopath medication so that it doesn’t happen to him in future.
Any suggestion will be highly appreciated.
Also please can you provide your contact details if possible.
Regards
Vivek
My daughter 15 is suffering depression. What to do?
Hello Dr. Sharma,
My 13-year-old, 7th grade girl is suffering from non-severe depression (no suicidal thoughts), and anxiety. I don’t know which of the above suggestions to use, as she doesn’t seem to fall in any of the categories (Grief, Stress, or Suicidal Thoughts). She is very high-functioning on the Autism Spectrum, and is a very bright girl. She currently reads at the level of a first-year college student. Her therapist and I agree that the depression started at the beginning of 6th grade (middle school), when her social deficits from Autism began to be more pronounced. She has a great difficulty making friends, and is often alone and lonely. She very much wants to make friends, but is afraid to try any kind of approach, as she’s worried that if she “makes a mistake”, then she’ll never get a 2nd chance. The social isolation has led to depression, which has led to an eating disorder (Binge Eating Disorder, or BED). Although she is still in school and her grades remain high, she asks me every day if she can please not go to school, and says she has difficulty concentrating in class. She doesn’t want to take pharmaceutical drugs. What can you recommend, and in what quantities/doses? Thanks so much, Gigi