The Efficacy of Benson Relaxation for Managing Psychological Distress in Primipostpartum Women: A Systematic Review

Lakshmi, Munusamy and Naganandini, Raju (2024) The Efficacy of Benson Relaxation for Managing Psychological Distress in Primipostpartum Women: A Systematic Review. JOURNAL OF PHARMACY AND BIOALLIED SCIENCES, 16.0 (SUPPL ). S4320-S4323. ISSN 0976-4879

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Abstract

Background:The Benson Relaxation Technique, a mind-body approach, has been proposed as an effective intervention for prime-postnatal mothers to alleviate stress, anxiety, and depression.Objective:The study aims to comprehensively analyze and synthesize the existing literature on the influence of the Benson Relaxation Technique on psychological factors such as stress, anxiety, and depression among primi-postnatal mothers.Methods:A literature search spanning 2013-2024 analyzed studies on Benson Relaxation Technique's impact on psychological parameters in primi-postnatal mothers, assessing changes in these parameters through validated scales.Results:The Benson Relaxation Technique significantly reduced stress, anxiety, and depression in primi-postnatal mothers, with some studies showing moderate to large effects.Conclusion:The Benson Relaxation Technique, a potentially effective intervention for reducing stress and anxiety in postnatal mothers, warrants further research for its long-term effects and mechanisms.

Item Type: Article
Uncontrolled Keywords: Anxiety, Benson relaxation technique, depression, Primi-postnatal mothers, systematic review, stress
Subjects: Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics > Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Divisions: Nursing > Vinayaka Mission's Annapoorna College of Nursing, Salem > Nursing
Medicine > Vinayaka Mission's Kirupananda Variyar Medical College and Hospital, Salem > Psychiatry
Depositing User: Unnamed user with email techsupport@mosys.org
Last Modified: 06 Feb 2026 06:35
URI: https://ir.vmrfdu.edu.in/id/eprint/5700

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