Bringing the best self
care techniques to
your health care plan.
Bringing the best self
care techniques to
your health care plan.
Dr. Herbert Benson
Dr. Herbert Benson
Herbert Benson, MD, was a pioneer in Mind Body Medicine, and one of the first Western physicians to bring spirituality and healing into medicine. Throughout his 50+-year career, Dr. Benson worked to build awareness of Mind Body Medicine, to validate it through research, and to bridge the gap between Western and Eastern medical practices. Prior to his death in 2022, Dr. Benson served as the Director Emeritus of the Benson-Henry Institute (BHI), and Mind Body Medicine Professor of Medicine, Harvard Medical School.
At BHI, Dr. Benson led the field with research into the efficacy of Mind Body Medicine to counteract the harmful effects of stress. The recipient of numerous national and international awards, he lectured widely about Mind Body Medicine and the BHI’s work. His expertise was sought by national and international news media, and he appeared in scores of newspapers, magazines, and television programs throughout his career. Dr. Benson’s research extended from the laboratory to the clinic.
- The Relaxation Response, 1975
- The Mind/Body Effect, 1979
- Beyond the Relaxation Response, 1984
- Your Maximum Mind, 1987
- The Wellness Book, 1992
- Timeless Healing: The Power and Biology of Belief, 1996
- The Relaxation Response – Updated and Expanded (25th Anniversary Edition), 2000
- The Breakout Principle, 2003
- Mind Over Menopause, 2004
- Mind Your Heart, 2004
- The Harvard Medical School Guide to Lowering Your Blood Pressure, 2006
- Relaxation Revolution, 2010
Collection of Herbert Benson Papers
The collection of Herbert Benson papers [H MS c238] is part of the Harvard Medical Library collection at MGH’s Countway Library. If you are interested in viewing this collection, please schedule an appointment with Countway. A retrieval request takes about 1-2 days to process. Access to some portions of this research is restricted.
A Tribute to Herbert Benson, MD
Pioneer of Mind Body Medicine
