HOMOEOPATHY FOR CLAUSTROPHOBIA

Claustrophobia is an extreme , irrational fear of small spaces , particularly of being trapped in small spaces. People with claustrophobia may have panic attacks if trapped in small space, and may actively avoid situations that could activate claustrophobia.

CAUSES

Little is known about the causes of claustrophobia. Environmental factors may play a big part. People typically develop claustrophobia during childhood or in their teenage years.

Claustrophobia could be related to dysfunction of the amygdale, which is the part of the brain that controls how we process fear. The phobia can be caused by traumatic event, such as:

·         Being stuck in a tight or crowed space for an extended period of time

·         Experiencing turbulence when flying

·         Being punished by being locked in a small space, like a bathroom

·         Being stuck on crowed public transportation

·         Being left in a tight space, like a closet, by accident

SYMPTOMS

Symptoms of claustrophobia appear following a trigger for the phobia, such as being ina closed room or a crowed space. When experiencing symptoms of claustrophobia , you may feel like you are having a panic attack. Symptoms of claustrophobia can include:

·         Sweating

·         Trembling

·         Hot flashes

·         Feeling intense fear or panic

·         Becoming anxious

·         Shortness of breath

·         Hyperventilation

·         Rapid heart beat

·         Chest tightness or pain

·         Nausea

·         Feeling faint or lightheaded

These symptoms can be mild or severe.

Many factors can trigger claustrophobia. Triggers may inclue:

·         Being in a small room

·         Riding in an airplane or small car

·         Being in a packed elevator

·         Undergoing a MRI or CT scan

·         Standing in an large , but crowed room, like at a party or concert

·         Standing in a closet

·         Public restrooms

·         Car washes

·         Revolving doors

·         Store dressing rooms

·         Caves or crawl spaces

·         Tunnel

PREVENTION

If you are claustrophobic , you may avoid:

·         Avoid triggering situations, such as riding in airplanes, subways, elevators or in cars during heavy traffic

·         Automatically and compulsively look for the exits in every space you enter

·         Feel scared that the doors will shut while you are in a room

·         Stand near or directly by the exits while in a crowed space

HOMOEOPATHIC REMEDIES

Homoeopathy today is a rapidly growing system and is being practiced all over the world. It strength lies in its evident effectiveness as it takes a holistic approach towards the sick individual through promotion of inner balance  at mental, emotional, spiritual and physical levels. When CLAUSTROPHOBIA is concerned there are many effective medicines available in Homoeopathy , but the selection depends upon the individuality of the patient , considering mental and physical symptoms.

ACONITUM NAPELLUS:  Acute remedy for panic attacks. Fear of small places, crowed rooms, and narrow streets. Great fear, anxiety and worry. Fear of death and dying, with great anxiety. Fears of future, a crowd, crossing the street. Forebodings and fears. Fears death and believes that he will soon die. Agoraphobia. Fears of going to doctors and dentists.

ARSENICUM ALBUM : Fear  of death anxiety and restlessness , worse at night.  Anguish and restlessness.

ARGENTUM NITRICUM: Fear of height and of flying in airplanes. The sight of high buildings makes him giddy and causes him to stagger, it seems as if houses on both sides of street would approach and crush him. Fear of self.

LYCOPODIUM CLAVATUM: Melancholy , afraid to be alone in claustrophobic persons. Constant fear of breaking down under stress. Stage fright. Fear of public speaking. Loss of self confidence. Irritable, angry and anxious.

NATRUM MURIATICUM: Depressed and introverted. Anxiety and fear.

PULSATILLA NIGRICANS: Fear and suffocation in closed rooms. Always wants open air.

STRAMONIUM: Anxiety when going through a tunnel.  Dread of darkness and has a horror of shining objects. Also cannot bear solitude. Wants light and company. Fear of injury.