Throughout history, both military and commercial entities around the world have utilized these methods, and even since the formalization of psychological operations during WW2 our methods have improved greatly, but we are still only touching the 'tip of the iceberg', so to speak, of what is truly possible.PART I: INTRODUCTION PART II: A CRITIQUE ON CURRENT METHODS PART III: IDEA MODIFICATION 1. Introduction 2. Messages 3. Perception 4. Brainwashing 5. Trust and Identification 6. Interpersonal Conflict 7. Challenges and Limitations 8. Suggestions for Future Research PART IV: EMOTIONAL MODIFICATION 1. Introduction 2. Emotional Manipulation 3. Motivational Theory 4. Morale 5. Marketing and Branding 6. Theatrical Presence 7. Psychotropics 8. Challenges and Limitations 9. Suggestions for Future Research PART V: BEHAVIORAL MODIFICATION 1. Introduction 2. Disorders 3. Conditioning 4. Cross-Cultural Exploitation 5. Behavioral Intelligence 6. Organizational Manipulation 7. Direct Decision Influence 8. Challenges and Limitations 9. Suggestions for Future Research PART VI: CONCLUSION
Psychology has long been a major weapon in war. Taillard and Giscoppa investigate how simple techniques can affect our opinions, perceptions, emotions, and behaviour. There are lessons here for anyone looking to influence. - James Freedman, Creator, Magical Innovation : Psychological principles of magicians for business success
A thought-provoking exploration into the underpinnings of how propaganda, collective motivation, and independent thought intersect. Sun Tzu's The Art of War meets How to Win Friends and Influence People. - Michelle Mann, M.Ed Mental Health Therapist
Author Michael Taillard: Michael Taillard is a freelance research experimentalist and an Adjunct Professor of Economics at Bellevue University, USA. He received his PhD in Financial Economics and has an academic background that includes degrees in International Economics as well as InternatlCß