This index serves as a comprehensive guide to international public opinion trends and specific survey data from 1983-1984. Compiled by Elizabeth Hann Hastings and Phillip K. Hastings, it draws upon a wide array of international surveys to document public sentiment on critical global issues. The work aims to provide researchers and interested parties with direct access to the raw data and findings of these surveys, facilitating a deeper understanding of the prevailing moods and concerns of populations worldwide during this period.

This index is a valuable resource for scholars and researchers seeking to understand global public sentiment during a pivotal period. By consolidating survey data on a range of political, economic, and social issues, it offers a unique snapshot of international concerns. The detailed coverage of specific events, such as the 1984 US presidential elections, alongside broader thematic surveys, makes it an indispensable tool for historical and political analysis.