If your child has learning difficulties and you are looking for non-prescription assistance, consider Bach flower remedies. Also called flower essences, these remedies were designed by physician and homeopath Dr. Edward Bach to provide support for various emotional states. Bach remedies are similar to homeopathic remedies in many ways, although the method of preparation is not the same. A trained homeopath can help you choose the right remedy for your child. While homeopathy and flower essences are generally considered safe to use with children, talk with your child's pediatrician before use, and never discontinue any prescription medication without the pediatrician's knowledge and consent. While most Bach remedies are not available in alcohol-free formulas, the dosage is so small that the alcohol should not be a concern. Bach remedies can be correlated with children's symptoms, including those associated with learning disabilities, according to bachflower.com/children.
Chestnut Bud
Chestnut bud is usually recommended for people who have problems learning from their mistakes. Children whose learning difficulties involve bad habits may benefit from chestnut bud. Chestnut bud is not available in an alcohol-free formula.
Clematis
Clematis is available as "Daydream Remedy" for children in an alcohol-free base with a plastic bottle and dropper. Clematis can help children focus on their school work. Hornbeam is also a remedy to consider for children who are experiencing mental weariness; hornbeam is not available in an alcohol-free formula.
Crab Apple
Children who have learning difficulties may feel as if something is intrinsically wrong with them. Crab apple can help these children overcome these feelings and be less self-critical. Crab apple is not available in an alcohol-free formula.
Elm
Elm may be a good choice for children who feel overwhelmed, whether by their learning difficulties or the amount of work they must complete. Gorse may also help children who feel overwhelmed or are suffering from despair. Elm and gorse are not available in alcohol-free formulas
Impatiens
Impatiens is the remedy for children who are impatient, easily irritated and have trouble getting along with others. Impatiens is not available in an alcohol-free formula but is a component of Rescue Remedy, which is available in an alcohol-free formula.
Larch
Larch is available as "Confidence Remedy" for children in an alcohol-free base with a plastic bottle and dropper. Larch can help children feel more confident when confronting challenges and relieve frustration and self-doubt. Gentian, not available in an alcohol-free formula, is also a good choice for children who are easily discouraged and have trouble recognizing the value of doing their best.
Rescue Remedy
Rescue Remedy is available in several forms, including an alcohol-free base with a plastic bottle and dropper for children and pastilles, which are easy to carry. Rescue Remedy is the only combination remedy designed by Dr. Bach and contains cherry plum, clematis, impatiens, star of Bethlehem and rock rose. Rescue Remedy is designed for use in emergency situations, including times of great emotional upset. Rescue Remedy may help a child who is feeling stressed, upset, anxious or is acting out.
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