The challenge facing the contribution of clinical psychology to general health care from within the medical teaching establishment, in a changing society, is explored. Factors providing an impetus for psychology to participate in the quest for a mind — body synthesis in understanding and treating physical disease are discussed, along with related joint collaborative and other psychological aspects. The importance of cross-cultural issues and implications for future training and functioning of clinical psychologists within the general teaching hospital are mentioned.
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