Abstract
All eyes on Sudan: The journey of female psychologists in the theatre of operation
Highlights
Deployed military psychologists fulfil one of the most challenging roles within professional psychology (Ghimire, 2017; Laurence, Milavec, Rohall, Ender, & Matthews 2016; Linnerooth, Mrdjenovich, & Moore, 2011)
In line with this historical role, the core duties of South African National Defence Force (SANDF) psychologists during peacekeeping operations (PKOs) are varied depending on their registration categories and the mission specifics
This article aims at gaining an in-depth understanding of the experiences of SANDF psychologists deployed to the Darfur region in Sudan
Summary
Deployed military psychologists fulfil one of the most challenging roles within professional psychology (Ghimire, 2017; Laurence, Milavec, Rohall, Ender, & Matthews 2016; Linnerooth, Mrdjenovich, & Moore, 2011) These challenges mainly stem from a dualistic role where serving psychologists have to take care of themselves amidst the isolation, myriad of deployment-related stressors, and provide psychological care to members of the defence force at large. Military psychologists in the frontline historically play a significant role in supporting soldiers (McCauley, Hughes, & Liebling-Kalifani, 2008) In line with this historical role, the core duties of South African National Defence Force (SANDF) psychologists during peacekeeping operations (PKOs) are varied depending on their registration categories and the mission specifics. The contribution psychologists provide in support of members within operational areas is critical, and psychologists are http://www.sajip.co.za
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