Listening With The Eyes: Homeopathic Case Taking in The Absence of Words.

Typically, Homeopathic case taking relies on patients' verbal descriptions to gather a comprehensive picture of their symptoms. However, in cases where patients can't communicate effectively, such as infants, those with speech difficulties, unconscious patients, or uncooperative individuals, doctors...

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Bibliographic Details
Published in:Homoeopathic Heritage Vol. 51; no. 7; pp. 75 - 79
Main Authors: Ray, Satyabrat, Alam, Shamim
Format: Journal Article
Published: B. Jain Publishers Pvt. Ltd. Oct2025
Online Access:View this record in EBSCOhost
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Summary:Typically, Homeopathic case taking relies on patients' verbal descriptions to gather a comprehensive picture of their symptoms. However, in cases where patients can't communicate effectively, such as infants, those with speech difficulties, unconscious patients, or uncooperative individuals, doctors must rely heavily on observation to collect vital information. This observational study explores the application of homoeopathic principles in treating non-verbal patients, including those with severe cognitive impairments, autism, and neurological disorders. Homoeopathic remedies were selected based on individualized assessments, considering physical, emotional, and environmental factors. The results suggest that homoeopathy can be a valuable adjunctive therapy for non-verbal patients, offering a personalized and non-invasive approach to healthcare. Further research is warranted to confirm these findings and establish homoeopathy's potential in this underserved population.