Abstract

need for relatedness. He supports this recommendation by citing the widespread feelings of isolation, abandonment and consequent demoralization likely to develop when there are millions of small, scattered shelter units, and the stronger feelings of security and support in large groups.14 The strength of family ties is, of course, a positive and important factor in any crisis but, in a nuclear age, this factor may not be sufficient. Interfamily communication and helpfulness may become more essential than ever before. The value of mutual aid is not fully appreciated by public in periods of stability but this lack of insight may be rectified if crisis deepens. Quite possibly hypothetical projection of future deliberately selected in foregoing analysis will never become reality. It does seem reasonable, however, to expect crises to continue and tensions to fluctuate accordingly. As a recent report on emergency planning puts it:

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