- This
chapter discusses the true nature of Psora — whether it is just a miasm
or a state of deficiency.
- Dr.
Roberts explains that Psora is more than just a skin disease; it reflects
a lack of balance, resistance, and harmony in the vital force.
- It is the root
cause of most functional and chronic diseases.
1. Is Psora a Disease or a
Deficiency?
- Psora is not
a specific disease, but a chronic state of deficiency in the
body’s vital functions.
- It
reflects a lack of reaction, poor resistance, and lowered vitality.
- Psora
represents inability to adapt or respond to environmental or
internal changes.
Mnemonic: D.E.F.I.C.I.T.
- Deficiency
- Energy
disturbance
- Functional
weakness
- Inability
to react
- Chronic
condition
- Immunity
weak
- Total
system affected
2. Psora as the Root of All
Disease
- All
diseases begin with a psoric foundation.
- Other
miasms (Sycosis, Syphilis) can only take hold if Psora already exists.
- Without
psoric weakness, deep chronic diseases don’t develop.
Psora is like the soil in which other diseases grow.
3. How Psora Affects the Body and
Mind
Physically:
- Weak
digestion
- Poor
circulation
- Fatigue
- Constipation
- Dry skin,
itching
Mentally/Emotionally:
- Fear of
poverty or future
- Lack of
confidence
- Guilt or
shame
- Anxiety,
overthinking
These symptoms lack structural damage, but show deep functional
disturbance.
4. Psora vs. Deficiency
|
Aspect |
Psora |
Deficiency |
|
Origin |
Miasmatic (chronic disease base) |
Lack of nutrients or essentials |
|
Type |
Energetic/vital disturbance |
Physical/chemical lack |
|
Cause |
Inherited or acquired miasm |
Poor diet, poor absorption |
|
Cure |
Homoeopathic remedy |
Nutrition or supplements |
Psora looks like deficiency, but it is deeper — it affects the vital
force, not just nutrients.
5. Role of Homoeopathy in Psora
- Homoeopathic
remedies do not supply nutrition, but they stimulate the vital force
to correct the imbalance.
- Example:
Sulphur, Psorinum, Lycopodium — help awaken the system.
- These
remedies regulate function, not just relieve symptoms.
6. Importance in Practice
- Recognizing
Psora helps the homoeopath understand why a patient is weak or not
improving.
- It
explains why symptoms recur or shift, and why some people are
always unwell despite normal tests.
- Treating
Psora is treating the root, not the branches.
Mnemonic: R-O-O-T
- Real cause
addressed
- Overall
picture understood
- Ongoing improvement
possible
- True
healing from inside
Word Meanings
|
Word / Phrase |
Meaning |
|
Psora |
A chronic miasm indicating functional disturbance and deficiency |
|
Deficiency |
A lack of physical or nutritional elements like vitamins, minerals |
|
Vital Force |
The dynamic energy maintaining health and harmony |
|
Functional Disorder |
Disease without tissue damage (e.g., fatigue, constipation) |
|
Disease per se |
The disease in its real form, not just its symptoms |
|
Unprejudiced Observer |
A doctor who observes without bias |
|
Miasm |
An inherited or acquired disease-producing tendency in the body |
Chart: Signs of Psoric Deficiency
|
Symptom Type |
Psoric Signs |
|
Physical |
Dryness, constipation, weakness |
|
Emotional |
Worry, guilt, lack of confidence |
|
General |
Poor reaction to illness or remedy |
Conclusion:
Psora is more than a disease — it is a condition of inner weakness and deficiency. It forms the foundation for other chronic miasms and must be treated with deep-acting constitutional remedies. Recognizing psora means treating the true root of suffering, leading to long-lasting health.
