Introduction
Hyoscyamus commonly called Henbane, Stinking Nightshade, belongs to the Solanaceae family Proved by Dr. Samuel Hahnemann into our homoeopathy. Psora, Tubercular miasm is covered. Ambi thermal persons. The plant grows both annually and biennial. Highly active second year’s growth of the biennial plant is the only form which is used in the preparation of the drug. Odor is heavy and narcotic while its taste is bitter and acrid.
Behavioral Problems In Child
Why?
- Quarrelling parents create an atmosphere of insecurity and fear, which may lead to anxiety, emotional instability, and behavioral problems in children., Parenting style- strict, Pampered child, Parental separation, whether due to divorce or the expiry (death) of a parent, can deeply impact a child’s emotional well-being. Such experiences often lead to feelings of loss, abandonment, insecurity, and emotional distress, Child abuse, including physical, emotional, or sexual abuse, has long-lasting effects on mental and emotional health. Neglect of the child where basic emotional, physical, or educational needs are unmet, can hinder overall development. Neglected children often suffer from poor self-worth, delayed development, and difficulties in forming healthy relationships, environmental factors.
These conditions make problems in child and lead to
- Hyperactive child
- Lot of energy
- Prank star
- In sighting child
- Intelligent
- Not have moral values
- Very destructive child
- Mischievous
- Curiosity
- Exposure of genitals
- Shameless
Hyperactive Child
- “Children are restless, jump about, talk constantly, cannot be kept still, with silly laughter or mischievous acts.” – hyperkinetic type of behaviour
Jealousy
- Jealousy between siblings is present because They want more attention than his sibling
Mischievous
- Mischievous- for fun things, because they want attention, so that everyone can see them
Exposure of genitals
Behavioural Problems In Adult
- Delirium
- Insanity
- Very suspicious
- hurriedness (and loquacity),
- paranoia,
- Jealousy and sexual obsession
Delirium
- Mainly seen elderly confused people, but may also occur in younger Hyoscyamus individuals during schizophrenic episodes.
- Some of Hyoscyamus patient does not show any bizarre symptoms,
intense jealousy, feelings of rage, and panic attacks. The libido is very high, but there was no sign of exhibitionism, or of a compulsion to speak about sex.
Insanity (Mental illness)
- Hyoscyamus individual, when frankly not schizophrenic, is skating on thin ice, and may fall through into insanity when stressed.
- Most patients who are on the verge of a psychotic state are aware that there is something wrong with their thinking processes.
Suspiciousness
- It has very extent that refuse to take medicine
because they have a delusion of being poisoned.
Loquacity
- Not all Hyoscyamus patients speak quickly and endlessly, but some do, particularly those who are on the verge of insanity.
- Hyoscyamus speaks quickly, and changes track frequently, because her mind is being barraged by an endless stream of thoughts. Speaking quickly tends to release the pressure inside the head to some degree.
Envy
- feeling bad when compared with another person
- Ex- I have a small car, but my friend has a big car. So, they feel bad here.
Jealousy
- Jealousy is a combination of attachment (or desire) and fear of loss.
- both anxious and highly sexed are most prone to severe or pathological jealousy = LACHESIS AND HYOSCYAMUS
Paranoia
- Hyoscyamus is one of the most suspicious and paranoid of constitutional types.
- In advanced stages of paranoia, she may imagine that poison gas is being pumped into her house, or that the CIA is watching her.
- Paranoid fears are accompanied by a great deal of anxiety, rising at times to sheer panic.
Sexual Obsession
- Exhibits – private parts
- Wants to be naked- because they have hypersensitive skin.
- Dresses obstinate (wear dresses which have more exposure) Need attraction, want to get attention towards them.
- Masturbation in public places.
Religiousity
- Some Hyoscyamus individuals adopt strongly religious attitudes
- These religious beliefs become a vehicle for their delusions and even hallucinations.
- Religious Hyoscyamus people are apt to suffer from feelings of shame and fear of damnation.
because they are subject to such strong sexual impulses.
Conclusion
Hyoscyamus Niger presents a distinct psychological and behavioural profile that is evident across different stages of life. From mischievous, attention-seeking, hyperactive children to adults exhibiting delirium, jealousy, paranoia, and sexual obsession, Hyoscyamus reflects deep disturbances of thought, perception, and emotional balance. The remedy plays a vital role in addressing extreme states of suspicion, loquacity, shameless behaviour, and erratic impulses arising from insecurity, fear, or unresolved emotional conflicts.
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Co- Author- Dr. Mini I V
Professor
Department of Homoeopathic Materia Medica
Father Muller Homoeopathic Medical College and Hospital, Mangalore
