Introduction Intensive military training is designed to push individuals well beyond ordinary physical and mental limits. Whether it is a twelve-week training or a specialised course like the US Navy SEALs, recruits and trainees face physical loads and irregular sleep patterns that they may not be accustomed to. While physical endurance and mental resilience are… Read More
Introduction Military training does not fixate only on physical fitness; it demands a balance of mental resilience and physical strength to meet the rigorous demands of service. Soldiers operate in high-stress environments, requiring not just endurance but also the mental clarity to make split-second decisions. Achieving this balance is no small feat and involves training… Read More
Introduction In the world of military training, physical fitness, tactical expertise, and discipline often steal the limelight. These attributes are undoubtedly essential, but there is another equally crucial yet often underestimated element that plays a pivotal role in the success of any military operation – mental resilience. Military personnel face adversity, uncertainty, and high-stress situations… Read More
Research Paper Title Gambling and the Role of Resilience in an International Online Sample of Current and Ex-serving Military Personnel as Compared to the General Population. Background Compared to the general population, military personnel are particularly vulnerable to developing gambling problems. The present study examined the presentation of gambling-including gambling frequency, personal thoughts on reducing… Read More
Love Island host Laura Whitmore is among three celebrities to feature alongside serving soldiers in an Army podcast exploring confidence and mental resilience. The launch followed research that showed 89% of so-called Generation Zers believe self-confidence is important to achieving success in life, but 80% think it is hard to find in today’s society. In… Read More
Research Paper Title Longitudinal associations of psychological resilience with mental health and functioning among military personnel: A meta-analysis of prospective studies. Background Military personnel are exposed to severe stressors across different stages of their career that may have a negative impact on mental health and functioning. It is often suggested that psychological resilience plays an… Read More
Research Paper Title Identifying Risk and Resilience Factors Associated With the Likelihood of Seeking Mental Health Care Among U.S. Army Soldiers-in-Training. Background The Department of Defence aims to maintain mission readiness of its service members. Therefore, it is important to understand factors associated with treatment seeking in order to identify areas of prevention and intervention… Read More
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