Some essential differences between the viewpoints of the civilian and army psychiatrists are presented. The problems and regulations of the army must be considered in interpreting literature that will be forthcoming concerning army psychiatrists. It is hoped that these explanations will prevent unwarranted generalizations from a statistical standpoint. The author strongly questions the ability of psychotherapy to instil courage into the great majority of those who are examined by the army psychiatrists for C.D.D. (Certificate of Disability for Discharge). This view is strengthened when one considers men who break down in training without being exposed to battle.