Cognitive Science
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Defining Cognitive Warfare: Maximalist versus Minimalist Approaches
Abstract: Given the relevance, evolution, and proliferation of cognitive warfare in the modern age, it is necessary to delve deeper into the concept to gain an empirical understanding that can inform future policies and practices. Accordingly, a systematic literature review was carried out to define the concept in relation to six key aspects, namely its… Read More
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FREE DOWNLOAD – Aspects of Cognitive Warfare
Click to download for free! 2024_TDHJ-Hybrid CoE- Cognitive Warfare 2024 The geopolitical confrontation between democratic and authoritarian states is intensifying. New technologies are currently playing multiple roles in this conflict. As a key factor in states’ economic resources, technological assets and capabilities have always played an important role in the global balance of power. Their… Read More
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Calibrating Trust: Stakeholders And Interventions
Abstract: The rise of cognitive warfare challenges trust within liberal democracies, necessitating interventions by political and societal stakeholders to strengthen societal resilience. This article outlines a theoretical framework of trust, distrust, cognitive warfare, and interventions to influence societal trust. It then illustrates how stakeholder analysis can be conducted in the context of societal trust and… Read More
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Grand Strategic Biases and Polarity
Abstract: Cognitive biases do not necessarily impact a single decision but can be rooted in national (civilisational) strategic thinking. Biased strategic thinking can lead to misguided strategies drawing on different international system configurations, thus giving rise to the pursuit of unrealistic goals or the underestimation of security threats. A vivid example of such biased views of… Read More
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A Systematic Review Of Cognitive And Psychological Warfare
Abstract: The human mind is the paramount battleground in modern warfare, where cognitive warfare emerges as an unparalleled domain demanding recognition. The People’s Republic of China and Russia have incorporated cognitive warfare and related strategies into their operations. However, there remains a blurriness regarding the concept and application of cognitive warfare in academic discourse and… Read More
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Cognitive Science Of Communal Taboo-Breaking Behaviour
Abstract: Although most modern militaries go to great lengths to prevent their soldiers from losing their moral bearing, unlawful and unethical behaviour, and atrocities are widespread in war. Interestingly, such acts are commonly committed by groups rather than single individuals. The following paper explores the cognitive mechanisms at the heart of communal cruelty. It suggests… Read More
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Just Wars, Or Just Fallacies: The Case For Ideologies, Cognitive Bias, And Wars
Abstract: The so-called Russian denazification of Ukraine has brought up a question of fallacies related to ideology-driven political decisions. Ideologically driven political decision-making can result in various cognitive biases, as it mainly results in the world’s perceptions via ideological lenses, which do not always offer a precise picture. As a result, politicians believe that states… Read More
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International Relations And Rationality: A Theoretical Test Of Rational Choice And Cognitive Limits
Abstract: Are states rational actors? If so, why do states in the Asia-Pacific make different security strategies despite the relatively equal security setting? This paper seeks to test two theories: Rational Choice Theory (RCT) and the Cognitive Limits Theory (CLT) in the Asia-Pacific. In the said region, pro-American middle powers neighbour the People’s Republic of… Read More
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