Many plant medicines alleviate occasional anxiety. For cases of mild to moderate anxiety reach for soothing and nourishing herbs like Chamomile ,Linden and oatstraw for a herbal tea break. These herbs are safe and effective is for anyone whose nervous system feels frayed or stressed. Hysteria, or anxiety is a diagnostic label applied to a state of mind, one of unmanageable fear or emotional excesses. The fear is often centered on a body part, most often on an imagined problem with that body part (disease is a common complaint). People who are "hysterical" often lose self-control due to the overwhelming fear. In modern terms this is often referred to as a panic attack. When such anxiety is frequent or chronic, adrenal exhaustion results. You experience fatigue, decreased ability.

Herbal Sedatives : The sedative qualities of Hops, Scullcap, Valerian can be beneficial to the nervous system, and do not cause dependence or tolerance. Start out with a small dose, and adjust the amount as needed, to get the right combination of relaxation without over sedation. Passionflower is useful for severe daytime anxiety. Most anti-anxiety herbs are compatible and enhance each others effect, however, do not mix herbs with prescription anti-anxiety drugs, the results can be unpredictable at best..¹

Using Aromatherapy

Essential Oils for Anxiety: Aromatherapy is especially suited to support emotional healing and produce more positive feelings. To treat anxiety, choose essential oils that are sedative and tonic to the nervous system. Clary Sage oil, Lavender, ² and Neroli all have soothing, sedating phytochemicals that readily absorb into the skin. These appealing floral scents can be used as a perfumes, and can help you maintain a calm, steady outlook on your day.