Prelude to psychological warfare in Malaysia: A conceptual understanding, experience, and future advancement

This paper provides detail discussions on the definition, theory and practice of psychology in warfare in its broader context, and how it ties to Malaysia case. It will begin with looking into the origin of Psychological Warfare (PsW); the many facades of PsW definitions, its concepts, the research trend of PsW and its future development. This paper ends with Malaysian case of PsW enfolding the understanding and experience of PsW throughout its history. Additionally proposition of future advancement of PsW is outlined.