Anacardium

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Commentary:

  • The remedy is derived from the hull surrounding the cashew nut. It gives a dark black to brown tincture.
  • Remedy for children or adults who are very violence prone or think in violent terms
  • Strong urge to curse
  • On the other hand this is THE remedy for indecision: the student who cannot decide on which courses to take; the patient who can’t decide which doctor is best for him; the person who can’t decide on a job, etc. etc.

Indications

(From the anthroposophic and homeopathic literature and from clinical experience):

Physical complaints:

  • Pressure on the temples, eyes
  • Contact eczema with itching

Emotional complaints:

  • Burn out due to too much intellectual work
  • Contradictory emotions
  • Complaints worsen on an empty stomach
  • Takes everything the wrong way
  • Absent mindedness
  • Lack of confidence
  • Generally apprehensive