Military Psychology: Concepts, Trends and Interventions

Book Overview

A useful book that deals with a number of psychological issues surfacing in military and paramilitary forces.

Military Psychology: Concepts, Trends and Interventions offers various psychological theories that are not only significant in the context of soldiers but also help to strengthen the capability of military and paramilitary forces during combat and non-combat operations. Stressing on the psycho-social well-being of the soldiers, this book offers insights into military psychological issues, such as soldier selection, combating stress, instances of misconduct, psychological operations, optimism, resilience and hardiness training, gender bias, value-based leadership, familial well-being and the future warfare. The global case studies in the book offer lessons for India and other countries where military and para-military forces are engaged in dealing with both external and internal extremism.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9351506304
• ISBN13: 9789351506300
• Release Date: February 2016
• Publisher: Sage Publications Pvt. Ltd
• Length: 376 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.7" x 8.5"