Back to School
September 2025 | by Kate Mead
Kids going back to School can be exciting, it can also be stressful and intimidating, Homeopathy can help with any difficult transitions.
The start of a new school year can be exciting, but it also brings challenges—anxiety, stress, shyness, and the fear of facing new situations. For many children, being away from parents or adapting to a different environment can be overwhelming. Homeopathy offers a natural, gentle approach to help ease these concerns and promote confidence and calmness.
Common Issues Kids Face as They Go Back to School:
- Anxiety and stress
- Shyness and social anxiety
- Fear of failure
- Being away from parents
- Nervousness about new environments
Homeopathic Remedies that can Help:
Aconite (Aconitum napellus)
- When to use: Sudden fears or panic attacks, especially after a shock, fright, or a loud noise.
- Symptoms: Restlessness, fears of worst-case scenarios, rapid heartbeat, and quick onset of anxiety.
- How it helps: It calms acute episodes of anxiety and helps children feel more secure and grounded.
Gelsemium (Gelsemium sempervirens)
- When to use: Performance anxiety, stage fright, or anticipatory fear before tests or social situations.
- Symptoms: Weakness, trembling, heaviness, and a desire to retreat.
- How it helps: Eases nervous tension, reduces trembling and fear of failing, promoting confidence.
Silicea (Silicea terra)
- When to use: Chronic shyness, lack of confidence, or children who are very timid.
- Symptoms: Withdrawal from social situations, feelings of inferiority, and sensitivity to criticism.
- How it helps: Builds inner strength, helping children feel more comfortable and secure within themselves.
Natrum Muriaticum (Sodium chloride)
- When to use: Feelings of sadness or upset about separation from parents or familiar surroundings.
- Symptoms: Withdrawn, quiet, prone to silence, or emotional suppression.
- How it helps: Supports emotional resilience, easing feelings of loneliness and promoting adaptability.
Lycopodium (Lycopodium clavatum)
- When to use: Fears of failure, feeling inadequate, or low self-esteem.
- Symptoms: Overcautious, hesitant, and sometimes boastful to hide insecurities.
- How it helps: Boosts self-confidence and courage to face new challenges.
Pulsatilla (Pulsatilla officinalis)
- When to use: Children who are emotionally sensitive, tearful, or need reassurance.
- Symptoms: Weepiness, clinginess, and mood swings.
- How it helps: Comforts emotional vulnerability, encouraging bravery and independence while providing reassurance.
Calcium Carbonate (Calcium carbonate)
- When to use: Shy, bashful Children who are timid and hide behind parents in new situations.
- Symptoms: Shyness, stubborn, many fears, nightmares, sits quietly to observe rather than joining in straight away.
- How it helps: Reduces fear and the need to ‘hide’. Boosts confidence and provides balance
Consultation is Key:
While these descriptions provide a helpful overview, it's essential to work with a qualified homeopath for personalized treatment plans. They can assess each child's unique emotional state and recommend the best remedy, potency, and dosage.
Author Kate Mead. The views in the blog are the views of the author and do not represent the views of the group.