Cohesion as a Deterrent to Stress for Rotational Deployment Units

摘要

This research note was prepared in response to a request from the 82d Airborne Division to identify ways to reduce stress casualties and overall levels of unit stress. The Ft. Benning Field Unit of ARI is responsible for leading the research efforts on Light Infantry tactics and doctrine. The mission of light infantry units, particularly those that are airborne, demands that all soldiers are at the peak of readiness. One apparent deterrent to readiness is the buildup of stress over extended periods of time. In this research note, a stress management program is presented which, when properly applied, will reduce overall stress levels in units tasked with rotational deployment preparedness. Keywords: Leadership; Stress psychology; Stress physiology; Fatigue physiology; Morale; Skills. (AW)