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• Archive: Topic Areas:Psychotherapy | KeynoteCategory:Evolution of Psychotherapy | Evolution of Psychotherapy 2000Faculty:Herbert Benson, M.D.Duration:1 Hour 17 MinutesFormat:Audio OnlyOriginal Program Date :May 25, 2000 Description Description: Health and well-being are akin to a three-legged stool being supported by one leg of pharmaceuticals; a second leg of surgery; and a third leg of self-care.
• Whereas the first two legs are awesome in their efficacy, they are not effective in treating 60-90% of visits to health care professionals since these visits are related tos tress and other mind/body interactions.
• Dr. Benson will describe the therapeutic efficacy of the third leg - especially the usefulness of the relaxation response, belief and spirituality.
• Educational Objective: To list the two steps necessary for the elicitation of the relaxation response.
• To describe the three components of belief and expectancy necessary to evoke remembered wellness (the placebo effect).