This volume presents the proceedings of the 8th International Congress of Hypnosis and Psychosomatic Medicine, held in Melbourne in 1979. It explores the intersection of hypnosis and psychosomatic disorders through a collection of papers presented by leading researchers and practitioners. The book offers insights into the latest advancements and theoretical frameworks in the field.

This collection serves as a historical record of the state of research in hypnosis and psychosomatic medicine in 1979, offering valuable primary source material for scholars and practitioners. The inclusion of papers from an international congress suggests a broad scope of topics and diverse perspectives within the field at that time. Its value lies in documenting the scientific discourse and clinical approaches prevalent during that era.