: The book includes specific guidelines for self-help, as well as for treating children and animals.
: Some readers at Amazon.com.be note the lack of a detailed symptom repertory. Beginners may find it tedious to read through every remedy description to find a specific match for their needs.
: Independent reviews and clinical studies (such as those cited by Cancer Research UK ) point out that there is no rigorous scientific evidence that Bach flower remedies work beyond a placebo effect. Illustrated Handbook of the Bach Flower Remedies
: Because the material was compiled with the blessing of Nora Weeks from original newsletters, it is viewed as one of the most accurate records of the system's early practice.
: Most editions include black-and-white botanical drawings of the plants, which serves as a helpful reference for identifying the flowers used. Criticisms
