| ID | 113323 |
| Title Proper | Fighting for peace |
| Other Title Information | the psychological effect of peace operations on South African peacekeepers (Part III) |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Heinecken, Lindy ; Ferreira, Rialize |
| Publication | 2012. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | This article focuses on the psychological dimensions of deployment in peace operations. The first section examines whether South African military personnel find their deployments in these missions satisfying. The concomitant aim is to determine what motivated military personnel to serve in these missions where they were required to help, protect and save mostly civilians in countries to which they owe little allegiance. The focus then shifts to how peacekeepers cope with the stress associated with these missions, not only in terms of operations but also lengthy separations from family, friends and loved ones. The final section addresses issues of adaptation and reintegration upon their return. The findings of this part of the study indicate that peacekeepers serve in peace operations for a number of reasons. Most find the missions satisfying, but there are many stressors that affect their wellbeing and willingness to redeploy. |
| `In' analytical Note | African Security Review Vol. 21, No.2; Jun 2012: p.50-60 |
| Journal Source | African Security Review Vol. 21, No.2; Jun 2012: p.50-60 |
| Key Words | Adaptation ; Psychological Stress ; Reintegration ; South African Peacekeepers |