Melancholic persons need this remedy. Sad even depressed attitude. Feel lonely. Wants to get things done quickly, frustrated when cannot.

Very emotionally sensitive – things make them angry so they like to keep on an even keel and try not to let things bother them. As a result they can appear as aloof or a little detached. Get really angry if you contradict them – and the anger can be explosive and violent.

When really ill with pains they may even consider suicide – and when they do it cheers them up a little. If severely depressed may turn to religion or spiritual practices when they never have before.

Loss of something (person, property, business, examination etc) can make them very depressed. They are very performance oriented and will work hard to achieve their goals. Both children and adults needing this remedy are very hard working, dutiful, conscientious and work hard at their studies and career as they often want to be the ‘best’. Of course if they fail this can make them depressed. They can be their own worst critic. These are serious people who find it hard to loosen up and have fun.

When ill they will still never stop working or their studies unless it is so severe they must – and then they feel anxious that they are not trying hard enough.

Key Symptoms of this remedy

Anger even with violence
Headache

Oversensitive to all external influences (other people, the environment etc)

Everything is worse at night

Conditions often requiring this remedy

Depression

Menstrual problems especially when accompanied by sadness and depression