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Psychopathic personalities appeared to be especially susceptible to the development of psychosis in the combat area of the Southwest Pacific. These psychopaths had previously utilized a wide latitude of peacetime activities as an outlet for their drives. The lack of such accustomed satisfactions, combined with the restrictions of army life, led to a feeling of being trapped, and seemed particularly favorable for the development of psychotic reactions. Suicidal tendencies were noteworthy.