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Marjorie, a 70 year old grandmother often weeps softly. Not because someone was diagnosed with a dreaded disease, but because she frequently witnesses her 11 year old granddaughter acting belligerently, defiantly, and with the manners of a Cossack. It is a disturbing scene to witness. The child boldly chastising; her elderly grandmother not looking up from her magazine. Marjorie’s daughter, Karen, also weeps because it is evident that her child’s problems are serious. Katie had recently been diagnosed with ADD by a school representative. Her consistent behavior of screaming fits in grocery stores and threats to kill herself had not softened after Ritalin and various other drugs. In fact, her anger became more torrential. Her refusal to eat, except stolen candy from the corner store and overt disdain for authority had not budged. Marjorie recalls numerous dramatic events. Once, the police were called by a neighbor because Katie perched herself precariously outside the window of the second story bedroom hurling obscenities at her frightened mother. Another outburst came after her grandmother insisted on her giving a cousin a turn, health
, on the computer. This incident ended with Katie wildly threatening her family with a poker. Karen’s argument is that her daughter is incapable of being restrained by normal parameters and that adults ought to acquiesce to the special needs of her child. Instead of the grandmother’s rule of 30 minutes, health
, per child on the computer being adhered to, the child should be allowed, because of her ADD, to stay on as long as she wishes in order to get her “needed own space”. Her grandmother has been stripped of authority by the child and is backed by Karen. Most mothers certainly understand the sensation of being overwhelmed. Karen is the picture of this. She left a bad marriage, is working full time and presently living with her offspring and elderly parents. The grandparents do all they are capable of in their autumn years to provide support, but Katie has caused more trouble than the total of all the family’s woes combined. In order for this family and child to find harmony, two areas must change: 1) The child needs to be strongly and consistently disciplined by a take-charge adult. 2) An experienced certified homeopath needs to be sought. In addressing the behavior with adult control, the impact of the punishment needs to be swift, and without warning in order for it to have value. Anything less dramatic is not sufficient. The discipline will work without the remedy, but not as well. The remedy will not work thoroughly without the discipline. In other words, we need structure for the remedy to take hold and the combination of both will make for a better outcome. The lack of strict adherence to family rules and respect for adults is an “obstacle to the cure”. The principle of “the obstacle to cure” is one that homeopaths have understood for centuries. To further dramatize this model, imagine a patient suffering from asthma. Homeopathy has been shown to offer dramatic results in asthma, yet if the patient is not willing to quit smoking, the remedy’s ability will be limited. If the smoker, health
, quits, without using the remedy, there will be a gain. The combination of both will accrue the best results. Homeopathic remedies act when parameters are defined and adhered to. Often I’m asked by a mother of a difficult child how she should handle poor behavior while waiting, health
, for the remedy to act. My answer is a resounding STRONG DISCIPLINE! Without strict adherence to obedience, a child hasn’t a compass to follow or a course of action for expected behavior. Isn’t it easier to behave within the expectations of the setting? Years ago I was privileged to attend the gathering of dignitaries at the Iranian embassy in Washington, D.C. It was a formal event in which the Shaw of Iran was present. Before I, health
, embarked on the evening, an Iranian friend gave me suggestions as to expected behavior in such a setting. A woman’s hand is kissed by most of the men, so I was instructed to smile, curtsy and extend my hand. How uncomfortable I would have been had I instead reacted with a silly giggle or stiff smile. Being forewarned of expected behavior gave me parameters so that I could adjust my manners accordingly, allowing, health
, for comfort and grace. A well chosen homeopathic remedy by an expert homeopath can, indeed, stimulate a child from ill to well behave. For example, Stramonium, a remedy known for behavioral and psychological issues, frequently tempers a child’s actions. It is chosen based on the symptoms of presenting behavior. The youngster requiring this remedy is loud, with an annoying presence that often includes references to violence and sneering at the adults and their rules. Children needing this remedy exhibit a combination, health
, of fear and violence and are often afraid of the dark, especially when alone. They may also become aggressive when provoked. Stammering, cursing, jealousy and rage are common behaviors that are displayed as part of, health
, the cluster of symptoms. Often there is a triggering event that has affected the central nervous system and has caused the ensuing violence and anger. In Katie’s situation, she had witnessed her father violently, health
, abusing her mother years prior to this new behavior. With this information, the homeopath can determine that Stramonium is indeed the remedy best suited to Katie. Katie was given Stramonium and her mother was counseled on disciplining her child. Karen has taken away valued privileges, such as her cell phone, social events, credit cards, computer and phone time. Meals are simple and nourishing, but unceremoniously removed from presentation when Katie complains. The combination yielded a marked improvement, health
, within six weeks. At first it appeared a coincidence that Katie was more agreeable…perhaps it was that the weather was sunnier, Karen once surmised. But, soon it was evident that her daughter had indeed improved. Her behavior isn’t perfect, as she still has anger; however, it isn’t as long lasting, nor is it as frequent and when she does slip into it, it is no longer rage. Instead of hurling threats and obscenities, her mother sends her to her room and Katie soon follows the directive by stomping upstairs and slamming the door. And that is that. Her mother, grandmother and even Katie are relieved. Homeopathy gently nudged Katie’s ability to heal herself. And her mother allowed her to understand the parameters by creating boundaries upon which Katie isn’t allowed to cross. This gave her expected behavior clarity. Homeopathy has the ability to take us into the future with safe and effective medicines that are not addicting, nor conflicting with other medications. The recipe of a consistent environment of strict parental control, in addition to, health
, the correct remedy stimulus, allowed Katie to blossom to her fullest capabilities. Now when her grandmother weeps, her tears are of joy and relief that her granddaughter has come to terms with authority and peace, health
, is restored to her family. The information provided in this article is for educational purposes only and may not be construed as medical advice. The reader is encouraged to make independent, health
, inquires and to seek the advice of a licensed health care provider.