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1	Former SADF soldiers' experience of betrayal: a phenomenological study Olivier, Dawie 11 1900 (has links) Existing literature identify betrayal as one of the major challenges that former SADF soldiers face in the “new” South Africa, and identify a need for studying the nature and types of betrayal and the effects it has on relationships. This study aimed to describe and interpret former SADF soldier‟s lived experience by focusing on the psychology of betrayal. A cross-sectional qualitative research methodology was used, guided by an interpretive phenomenological approach. Data was gathered through semi-structured interviews, and the data was analysed using Heidegger‟s hermeneutical principles. The identified themes are (1) in the belly of the beast, (2) different agendas, (3) volte-face, (4) keeping the score (5) and just carry on. The findings offer deeper insights and understanding into how former SADF soldiers experience betrayal and the impact it has on their everyday lives. / Psychology / M.A. (Psychology) Betrayal Trust Phenomenology Lived experience Post-apartheid South African Border War Former SADF soldiers 305.906970968 Veterans--Mental health--South Africa Veterans--South Africa--Attitudes Betyrayal Psychological debriefing South Africa. Army--History--1961- Trust Phenomenology