Fear of the Dark: Traditional Homeopathic Supports

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Being afraid of the dark is a very common fear.

Whether it is lingering from the Halloween decor, a scary movie, or just a phase, fear of the dark can make for long hard nights and bedtimes.

Many adults suffer from fear of darkness, as well as children, which can feel limiting if you are afraid to be out after dark or alone in the house.

Here are the homeopathic remedies traditionally associated with Fear of the dark:

1. Phosphorus:

Fear of the dark that may be seen in children who are very sweet, kind-hearted, and empathetic. Tendency to be very social and outgoing with a propensity for nosebleeds, or bleeding disorders. May feel worse when alone but better with company / parents with them. Fear of thunderstorms may also accompany their fear of the dark.

2. Calc Phos:

Can be similar to phosphorus, but more anxious. Typically have growing pains, issues with gut health, or milestone delays. Also common to have nasal/mouth breathing issues. Has a tendency to never be satisfied, and quite sensitive.

3. Stramonium:

This state is more of an extreme fear of the dark that may result in night terrors or hallucinations. May have an interest in darker-themed items for example zombies, monsters etc. Can also commonly have trouble concentrating or focusing.

4. Ars Alb:

For a fear of the dark that shows up in the window of 11pm – 1am. May have a lot of panic around this time, loose stool, some sort of burning issue, or intrusive thoughts.

5. Mimulus:

This is a flower essence that is known to help with specific fears such as fear of the dark, spiders, dogs, ghosts etc.

6. Aspen:

This is a flower essence that is known to help with unspecific fears, such as generally feeling creeped out in the dark and not really knowing why.

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