International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences

Fear (Bhaya in Sanskrit) is a universal human emotion that arises from perceived threats and is vital for survival, yet when excessive, it can lead to psychological imbalance. In homoeopathy, mental rubrics such as “Fear” play a crucial role in constructing the totality of symptoms and selecting the appropriate remedy. This study aimed to assess the clinical significance of the rubric “Fear” from Dr. J. T. Kent’s Repertory (Revised by Dr. Ramanlal P. Patel) and its role in remedy selection and patient outcomes. Thirty patients presenting with fear and related complaints were treated with individualized constitutional homoeopathic medicines based on their totality of symptoms, with remedies guided by the rubric “Fear” and its sub-rubrics from Kent’s Repertory. Weekly follow-ups were conducted to evaluate progress through symptomatic and emotional improvement. Among the thirty patients, twenty-eight (93%) demonstrated marked improvement in fear-related symptoms and overall well-being, with the highest incidence of such complaints found in individuals aged 6–19 years. The findings affirm that the rubric “Fear” from Kent’s Repertory (Patel’s revision) is a clinically reliable and valuable tool for homoeopathic case analysis, enhancing remedy accuracy and promoting holistic patient recovery.