Intelligence Matters CIA Clinical Psychologist Ursula Wilder on Profiling World Leaders
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Mar 29, 2023 AI Snips
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Camp David Accords
- President Carter used psychological assessments of Anwar Sadat and Menachem Begin during the Camp David Accords.
- These assessments proved crucial to the negotiations' success, as Carter tailored his approach based on their personalities.
Understanding Leaders
- Psychological assessments help understand a leader's motivations, ambitions, and reactions to pressure.
- This allows policymakers to engage effectively and avoid triggering negative responses.
Assessment Process
- Partner with regional specialists when assessing a leader.
- Combine psychological knowledge with cultural context to get a complete picture of the leader's behavior.