Insecurity: A Homeopathic Perspective

by Massimo Mangialavori, Giovanni Marotta (Contributor), Betty Wood (Editor)

The psychological perspective of the dimensions and causations of insecurity is examined. The Aluminum and Baryta substances are discussed in depth with cases of several salts of each family. Chapters, each with illustrative cases, in depth discussion, as well as comparative materia medica are presented on Gossypium, Saccharum album, Epiphegus, Tabacum, Daphne Indica, Aconitum, Magnetis polus australis, and Thallium metallicum. Other remedies discussed in some depth include Abelmoschus, Agnus castus, Amphetamine-like, Drosera, Lac delphinum, Lobelia, Natrum muriaticum, Onosmodium, Palladium, Pulmo vulpis, Pyrus americanus, the Rosaceae family, the Rutaceae family, Sulphur and many others.

Genres: Homeopathy

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Reviews

[Tracy Poizner · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an outstanding look at a broad topic through the lens of homeopathic case-taking and remedy families. It also serves as a good introduction to the author's systematic approach to practice which he terms a "Method of Complexity". He includes groups of rubrics covering thematic symptoms such as anticipation, timidity, cowardice, failure, while exploring at length issues like ambition, shame, responsibility and narcissistic balance.
I find myself returning to this work again and again to read differential diagnoses of the Aluminas and the Barytas, including the excellent illustrative cured cases presented in the patients' own words. The book also offers a wonderful in-depth analysis of lesser known remedies like Magnetis Polus Australis and Daphne Indica.
My favorite chapter is the Comparative Materia Medica of Insecurity, a tour de force of differential diagnosis, comparing remedies and remedy families according to how they compensate for lack of support, high expectations, feelings of guilt, desire to find meaning in life, feeling outcast or desire to be recognized.
This would be an excellent addition to any homeopath's library.