Guidelines Extracted from Kent's Repertory for a Series of Mind Analysis Tools
A detailed analysis of mental symptoms from Dr. James Tyler Kent's comprehensive guide, the Repertory of the Homoeopathic Materia Medica, has been shared in this post. This renowned resource highlights a wide array of mental and emotional states, emphasizing the significance of the mental picture in homeopathic remedy selection.
Each rubric is individually explained in simple terms, alongside visual representations, and contains a list of the most appropriate remedies. The table of contents includes various mental states for easy navigation.
Abandoned
Individuals feeling undesired, left behind, insecure, or discarded are identified under this rubric. These individuals may feel at a loss. The remedies suggested are Aurum, Psorinum, and Pulsatilla. For a deeper understanding of related symptoms, users are directed to explore the meaning of Forsaken.
Abrupt
Sudden, unexpected, or immediate behavior is characterized as abrupt. This behavior might come across as rude and unfriendly. The suggested remedies are Natrum muriaticum and Tarentula.
Absent-minded
This state is characterized by a failure to focus and difficulty remembering what one is doing. Several remedies that may help include Apis, Causticum, Chamomilla, Helonias, Lachesis, Mezereum, Natrum muriaticum, Nux vomica, Platinum, Pulsatilla, Sepia, and Veratum album. For a deeper understanding of related symptoms, users are directed to explore the meaning of Forgetful.
Absorbed
The word absorbed refers to a state in which an individual is preoccupied with their own wants and needs. This state is often associated with being self-absorbed, which is usually viewed negatively. The suggested remedies are Helonias, Mezereum, Nux vomica, and Sulphur.
Abstraction
This state denotes a lack of attention, often characterized by daydreaming. The suggested remedies are Nux vomica and Phosphorus.
Abusive
The rubric Abusive indicates individuals who engage in habitual violence and cruelty. These characteristics may include violence, threats, controlling behavior, and verbal abuse, as well as pressure to engage in unwanted sexual acts. The suggested remedies include Anacardium, Belladonna, Hyoscyamus, Lycopodium, Nux vomica, Petunia violacea, Selenium, Sepia, and Veratum album.
Activity/Industrious
An industrious person is characterized by a strong devotion to work. This rubric highlights hardworking and dedicated individuals. The suggested remedies are Aurum and Tarentula. For a deeper understanding of related symptoms, users are directed to explore the meaning of Industrious.
Acuteness
Acuteness refers to individuals who are exceptionally good, accurate, or able to notice minute differences. The suggested remedies are Belladonna, Coffee, Hyoscyamus, Lachesis, and Opium.
Admonition
Admonition refers to advice or a warning regarding behavior. A common example is parental advice like "Don't stay out late." The suggested remedies are Belladonna and Platinum.
Affectionate
Affectionate individuals are characterized by warm feelings, love, or affection towards someone or something. The suggested remedies include Crocus, Ignatia, Natrum muriaticum, Nux vomica, Phosphorus, Platinum, and Pulsatilla. Users are directed to explore the meaning of Indifference for contrasting symptoms.
Agitation
Agitation refers to an inner sense of tension and restlessness. This state may be triggered by stress or substance use. The suggested remedies are Argentum nitricum, Aurum, Belladonna, Chamomilla, Coffee, Collinsonia, Graphites, Hyoscyamus, Kali bromatum, Kali iodatum, Lachesis, Magnesia carbonica, Natrum muriaticum, Moschus, Nux vomica, Opium, Phosphorus, Phosphoric acid, Phosphorus acidum, Pulsatilla, Rhus toxicodendron, Secale cornutum, Sulphur, and Veratum album. Users are directed to explore the meaning of Excitement for related symptoms.
Air Castles
This rubric refers to individuals who spend time creating dreams, hopes, or plans that are unrealistic or impossible. The suggested remedies are Cannabis indica, Arsenicum album, China, and Sulphur. Users are directed to explore Theorizing for further related symptoms.
Ambition
Ambition denotes individuals with a strong desire for success, honor, or power. The suggested remedies are Carcinosin, Calcarea carbonica, Chininum sulphuricum, Graphites, Lachesis, Natrum muriaticum, Nux vomica, Sepia, and Sulphur. Users are directed to explore Indolence for contrasting symptoms.
Amorous
Amorous individuals are characterized by a strong inclination or disposition towards love, especially romantic or sexual love. The suggested remedies include Hyoscyamus, Lachesis, Lillium tigrium, Orchis, Phosphorus, Picric acid, Platina, and Staphysagria. Users are directed to explore Lewdness and Lasciviousness for contrasting symptoms.
Amusement
Amusement refers to a feeling of enjoyment or happiness derived from being entertained. The suggested remedies list individuals who are averse to amusement, such as Belladonna, Lilium tigrium, Menyanthes trifoliata, and Sulphur. Conversely, Lachesis and Pipere longum are suggested for those who experience a desire for amusement.
Anger
Anger is characterized by antagonistic feelings towards someone or something due to perceived wrongdoing. Healthy anger can serve as a motivator, but intense anger can lead to harmful behaviors. The suggested remedies include Aconite, Anacardium, Arsenicum album, Arsenicum iodatum, Aurum, Belladonna, Berberis vulgaris, Chamomilla, Hepar sulphuris calcareum, Ignatia, Kali arsenicosum, Kali carbonicum, Lycopodium, Natrum muriaticum, Nux vomica, Pulsatilla, Sepia, Staphisagria, and Sulphur. Users are directed to explore Irritability and Quarrelsome for related symptoms.
Anguish
Anguish refers to extreme pain, distress, or anxiety caused by physical or mental suffering. The suggested remedies are Aconite, Anacardium, Aurum, Chamomilla, Hepar sulphuris calcareum, Ignatia, Kali arsenicosum, Nux vomica, Staphisagria, and Tarentula.
Answers
An answer refers to a reaction to a question, statement, or situation. The suggested remedies are Glonoinum, Hyoscyamus, and Nux vomica.
Antagonism
Antagonism refers to strong dislike or opposition towards something. The suggested remedies are Anacardium and Kali carbonicum.
Anthropophobia
Individuals experiencing Anthropophobia have extreme fear of people or society. They may feel intense fear or anxiety even at the thought of being around people. The suggested remedies are Aconite, Argentum nitricum, Aurum, Kali arsenicosum, Lycopodium, Nux vomica, Pulsatilla, and Sepia. Users are directed to explore Fear for related symptoms.
Anticipation
Anticipation refers to feeling excitement about something that is going to happen in the near future. The suggested remedies are Argentum nitricum and Gelsenium.
Antics
Antics refer to doing silly or inappropriate acts. The suggested remedy is Hyoscyamus. Belladonna is another option.
Anxiety/Apprehensions
Anxiety is characterized by fear, dread, or uneasiness. It can manifest as sweating, restlessness, tension, and rapid heartbeat. The suggested remedies are Aconite, Argentum nitricum, Arsenicum album, Arsenicum iodatum, Aurum, Belladonna, Berberis vulgaris, Chamomilla, Coffee, Collinsonia, Graphites, Hypericum, Kali arsenicosum, Kali carbonicum, Lachesis, Lycopodium, Magnesia carbonica, Natrum muriaticum, Nux vomica, Phosphorus, Pulsatilla, Rhus toxicodendron, Secale cornutum, Sulphur, and Veratum album.
Apathy
Individuals experiencing Apathy lack motivation and care about what is happening around them. Apathy can be a symptom of mental health issues, Parkinson's disease, or Alzheimer's disease. The suggested remedies are Apis mellifica, Carbo vegetabilis, Chininum sulphuricum, Croton tiglium, Helonias, Mezereum, Natrum muriaticum, Natrium phosphoricum, Opium, Phosphorus, Pulsatilla, Sepia, and Silicea. Users are directed to explore Indifferent for related symptoms.
Aphasia
Aphasia is a disorder caused by damage to portions of the brain responsible for language. This affects an individual's ability to communicate. The suggested remedies are Bothrops, Chenopodium, Glonoinum, and Kali bromatum.
Ardent
Ardent refers to individuals who are very enthusiastic or passionate. The suggested remedy is Nux vomica.
Arrogance/Harghity/Imperious
To be arrogant refers to having an exaggerated sense of one's own importance or abilities. These individuals may behave in a superior manner, disregarding others. The suggested remedies are Lycopodium, Platina, and Sulphur.
Asks for nothing
Asking means requesting someone to do or give something. Individuals who never ask for anything are suggested to be treated with Bovista, Opium, Phosphoric acid, and Rheum.
Attention/Concentration
Attention refers to focused thinking, allowing for action. Concentration is the mental effort directed towards whatever one is working on or learning at the moment. The suggested remedies are Anacardium, Cannabis indica, and Kali bromatum. Users are directed to explore Concentration for related symptoms.
Attitudes assume strange
Individuals with strange attitudes may exhibit unusual or unconventional behavior. The suggested remedy is Plumbago.
Audacity
Individuals displaying audacity are bold or daring, often disregarding danger or common decency. Examples might include public outbursts at minor mistakes. The suggested remedies are Aconite, Agaricus muscarius, and Opium.
Avarice
Avarice refers to a strong desire to be rich or have more wealth. The suggested remedies are Arsenicum album, Lycopodium, Pulsatilla, and Sepia.
Aversion
An aversion is a strong sense of dislike for a stimulus, often resulting in avoidance or withdrawal. The suggested remedies are Lycopodium and Sepia.
The following table summarizes some key mind rubrics and remedies based on important rubrics in Kent's Repertory:
| Mental State | Common Kent Remedies ||----------------------|-----------------------------|| Fear | Aconitum, Argentum nitricum, Gelsemium || Anxiety | Arsenicum album, Calcarea carbonica|| Depression | Aurum metallicum, Sepia, Natrum muriaticum|| Anger/Irritability | Chamomilla, Nux vomica, Hepar sulph || Forgetfulness | Anacardium, Cannabis indica, Kali bromatum|| Delusions | Belladonna, Hyoscyamus, Stramonium|| Confusion | Pulsatilla, Sulphur, Phosphorus|| Restlessness | Rhus toxicodendron, Arsenicum album|
- The rubric 'Absorbed' in the table lists individuals who are preoccupied with their own wants and needs. The suggested remedies are Helonias, Mezereum, Nux vomica, and Sulphur.
- For those experiencing a lack of attention, often characterized by daydreaming, the rubric 'Abstraction' suggests the remedies Nux vomica and Phosphorus.
