RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
T1 Is emotional intelligence relevant to a fighting force?
JF Journal of the Royal Army Medical Corps
JO J R Army Med Corps
FD British Medical Journal Publishing Group
SP i14
OP i16
DO 10.1136/jramc-2015-000548
VO 161
IS Suppl 1
A1 Emma K Daffey-Moore
YR 2015
UL http://militaryhealth.bmj.com/content/161/Suppl_1/i14.abstract
AB Over the past decade, the expectations of what the fighting force are tasked to deal with has changed significantly. The high-risk, high-tempo operational environments in which personnel have deployed in recent years have been complex and diverse, creating a spectrum of conflict where having EI would be an essential attribute. EI could be beneficial for the organisation and the individuals involved, and historically, there has been a distinct lack of EI. For it to be better used within the military, the entire concept needs to be explored, accepted and integrated into training throughout the rank structure; from the recruitment process to throughout the career development with support from senior commanders. This article discusses the relevance of emotional intelligence (EI) to the British Armed Forces.