The psychology of the peacekeeper
Subtitle: lessons from the field
By: edited by Thomas W. Britt and Amy B. Adler
Contributors: Britt, Thomas W., 1966-; Adler, Amy B., 1963-
Series: Psychological dimensions to war and peace
Publisher: Praeger
Published: 2003
Place of publication: Westport, Conn
Language: eng
Number of pages: 332
Subjects: Peacekeeping forces; Peace -- Psychological aspects
Description: In this volume, a multinational team of scientists catalogues the stressors and benefits for combat-trained soldiers deployed on missions where they are told to hold their fire and assume the role of peacekeeper. Theory and direct research with peacekeepers is incorporated. Missions covered include, but are not limited to, peacekeeping operations in Haiti, Somalia, Bosnia, Kosovo, Iraq, and Lebanon. The terminology of peacekeeping and military operations is listed. The stressors, threats, dangers, frustrations, and benefits of the peacekeeper role are described in dramatic detail, with additional attention to the Peacekeeper Stress Syndrome.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index