Mind Evaluation Metrics from Kent's Collection
A comprehensive analysis of selected rubrics from Dr. James Tyler Kent's Repertory of the Homoeopathic Materia medica is presented in this post. Each rubric is explained in simple terms and accompanied by graphical representation. The most indicated remedies for each rubric are provided for reference.
EAT, refuses to
Refusing to eat, also known as anorexia (a loss of appetite), may be due to various reasons such as physiological changes associated with age, mental depression, dementia, medical conditions, social and environmental factors, and even dementia.
Remedies: Hyoscyamus, Kali-chloricum, Phosphoricum acidum, Tarantula hispida, Veratum album, Viola tricolor.
ECCENTRICITY
An eccentric individual demonstrates unconventional behaviour and unique views, exhibiting characteristics such as nonconformity, creativity, strong curiosity, and an intense focus on specific interests.
Remedy: Veratum album.
ECSTASY/EXHILARATION/EXALTATION
Experiencing a state of extreme happiness, ecstasy, is a positive emotional state of euphoria and joy.
Remedies: Aconitum napellus, Phosphorus.
EGOTISM
Egotism is characterized by an excessive sense of self-importance, self-centeredness, and a tendency to act selfishly.
Remedies: Platinum, Calcium carbonicum, Lachesis, Palladium, Silicea, Sulphur.
EMBARRASSED
Feeling embarrassed, or uneasy, is a feeling of shame or awkwardness, usually in social interactions.
Remedies: Sulphur, Ignatia, Opium.
EMBRACES
Embracing is an act of affection, involving the holding of someone or something in one's arms.
Companions: Agaricus, Platinum.
Anything, in the morning, worse in open air: Platinum.
ENNUI/LOATHING OF LIFE/IRKSOME/WEARY OF LIFE
Ennui refers to a feeling of boredom, weariness, and lack of interest in life. Loathing of life, or irksomeness, is a strong feeling of disgust or dislike towards life, often accompanied by a sense of fatigue. Weary of life describes a feeling of exhaustion and disillusionment with life, particularly with materialistic pleasures.
Remedies: Antimonium crudum, Arsenicum, Aurum metallicum, Cuprum metallicum, Mercurius, Natrum muriaticum, Thujia, Phosphorus.
ENVY
Envy is the feeling of deep desire for something that someone else possesses or has achieved. This feeling can stem from feelings of inadequacy and a persistent lack.
Remedies: Pulsatilla, Staphysagria.
ESCAPE attempts to/RUNS about
Escape is a behavior where an individual temporarily avoids their daily routine or evades people around them as a distraction.
Remedies: Belladonna, Hyoscyamus, Stramonium, Veratum album.
ESTRANGED
Estrangement refers to a state of emotional distance or a loss of affection towards someone.
Remedies: Natrum carbonicum, Natrum muriaticum, Nitricum acidum, Sepia.
EXALTATION/EXHILARATION/ECSTASY
Experiencing extreme happiness, ecstasy, is a positive emotional state characterized by intense joy and euphoria.
Remedies: Cannabis indica, Coffea cruda, Lachesis muta, Tarantula hispida.
EXCITEMENT
Excitement is a state of enhanced enthusiasm or emotional agitation.
Remedies: Argometum, Chamomilla, Hyoscyamus, Phosphorus.
EXERCISE mental symptoms ame., by physical
Exercise, performed for specific goals or purposes, may have mental effects, either causing aggravation or amelioration.
Remedy: Calcarea carbonica.
EXERTION, mental
Mental exertion is the application of energy, focus, and effort towards work or problem-solving. It may lead to aggravation or amelioration in various symptoms.
Aggravation: Argemetum metallicum, Ignatia, Natrum carb., Staphysagria.
Amelioration: Ferrum phosphoricum, Helonias, Natrum carb.
EXTRAVAGANCE
Extravagance is characterized by spending excessively on luxury items or material possessions, often without consideration for financial constraints.
Remedies: Belladonna, Causticum, Conium.
Common Causes of Refusal to Eat (Loss of Appetite) in Humans
Refusal to eat, also known as anorexia, may be caused by a range of factors, including infections, digestive issues, chronic illnesses, mental health problems, medication side effects, or physical discomfort.[1]
Homeopathic Remedies Recommended for Refusal to Eat
In homeopathy, refusal to eat is addressed by selecting remedies based on the individual's symptoms and constitution, as well as the underlying cause. Some common homeopathic remedies recommended for loss of appetite or refusal to eat include Nux Vomica, Lycopodium, Calcarea Carbonica, Kali Phosphoricum, Pulsatilla, and China (Cinchona) .[1]
[1] Reference: Encyclopedia of Plants Used in Ancient Medicine, Mary Gaby; 2011.
Homeopathic remedies such as Hyoscyamus, Kali-chloricum, Phosphoricum acidum, Tarantula hispida, Veratum album, and Viola tricolor may help with refusal to eat, a condition also known as anorexia that can stem from various reasons like mental depression, dementia, or social factors.
An eccentric individual, characterized by unconventional behavior and unique views, might find relief with Veratum album.
