Psychology 2990A/B Chapter : Textbook summary of 2990. Perfect complementary to your readings!

• School: Western University
• Department: Psychology
• Course: Psychology 2990A/B
• Professor: Doug Hazlewood

Document Summary

The general context where the planning and development of strategies for conflict and peace occur is called the war room. Psychology of war is concerned with all elements of combat (tactics, performance fatigue, weapon use etc. ) anticipated. Psychological principles are applied to the combative environment where causalities are. Deals with very specific topics (dealing with the death of a close comrade) Military psychology is much more general and covers aspects of war and peace. The application of psychological principles and methods and military needs . Field of application is military personnel and organizations. Effects of the combat environment on the solider, and research regarding the effects of present environmental factors (having family members on the base) Application of psychology to war has been present since ancient times take control through confusion . Sun tzu: open confrontation is destructive good leaders lure through advantages and. Xenophon: greek mercenary who stressed the importance of morale among soldiers.