The key to radical treatment in ADDICTION is knowing the patterns of neurochemical imbalance in the brain that cause craving and addiction
There are many non pharmaceutical treatments available to treat addictions. Some of these involve herbal or botanical herbs, some involve supplements or nutraceuticals and others involve meditation, acupuncture
I have used all of the above. One area that can be used is the use of essential oils. There are many uses for essential oils. Some can be applied, some can be aromotized and some can be ingested.
The six basic patterns of neurochemical imbalance are template patterns of spirit (Shen) imbalance as well; they encompass mental, mood and emotional states and create typical Qi, Blood and fluids pathology. All these patterns (acute, chronic and their variations) can be treated effectively with the right neuroactive essential oils – including on acupoints.