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Psychological counterterrorism.

George S Everly

    International Journal of Emergency Mental Health
    |July 29, 2003
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Winning the war on terrorism requires addressing its psychological warfare aspect. This involves preventing attacks, mitigating psychological impacts, and treating lingering effects through psychological counterterrorism.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychology
    • National Security
    • International Relations

    Background:

    • International terrorist groups declared war on the United States using unconventional tactics.
    • Terrorism is characterized as psychological warfare, employing threats and actual attacks against American targets.
    • Conventional military and law enforcement approaches alone are insufficient to combat terrorism.

    Discussion:

    • The fight against terrorism must acknowledge and respond to the inherent psychological dynamics of this warfare.
    • Caplan's concept of preventive psychiatry informs a multi-level approach to counterterrorism.
    • Psychological counterterrorism encompasses prevention, mitigation of psychological impacts, and treatment of adverse effects.

    Key Insights:

    • Terrorism constitutes psychological warfare, distinct from traditional military combat.

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  • A comprehensive strategy requires integrating psychological, military, and law enforcement efforts.
  • Psychological counterterrorism is crucial for prevailing in the war against terrorism.

    • Outlook:

    • Future strategies must prioritize psychological resilience and intervention alongside security measures.
    • Understanding the psychological dimensions of terrorism is key to developing effective long-term solutions.
    • Continued research into psychological counterterrorism is essential for national security.