Benue State University, Makurdi

Historical foundations of military psychology

Philemon A. Agashua
(Department of Psychology, Benue State University, Makurdi, Nigeria +2347062663826, uchoaondoaver@yahoo.com)

Abstract

Although the history of formalized military psychology is only a recent development, it is particularlyrich in both scope and context. Its impact pervades the practice of psychology in the western world and in the United States. Having evolved from very limited participation, military psychology has rapidly become an indispensable asset in combat readiness and policy development amongst the major world powers. This article traces the development of the profession of military psychology and the various roles of military psychologists since World War I.The developments that have grown out of the various wars and needs of the military have directly affected the practice of psychology worldwide, particularly in the areas of combat readiness, psychological operations, support for war efforts, improving services for personnel and their families. The applications of the science of military psychology in the Nigerian Armed Forces are discussed.

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