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Antarctic psychological health as a space analogue
Antarctica is one of the most extreme environments on Earth. The physical, psychological, social and technological parameters associated with this environment parallel those found in space. For this reason, Antarctica is well-recognised as a space analogue. By extension, research investigating psychological health in Antarctica has applications for supporting human wellbeing during both short and long-duration manned space missions. However, to date such research has largely overlooked the impacts on relationship dynamics with those left behind, including the family unit. Consideration of these issues is vital, as it can influence astronaut health, wellbeing and performance far beyond the confines of the family unit into the spaceflight experience itself.
History
Publication title
Proceedings from 16th Australian Space Research Conference, 2016Editors
W Short and I CairnsPagination
53-60ISBN
978-0-6481570-0-7Department/School
School of Psychological SciencesPublisher
National Space Society of Australia LtdPlace of publication
AustraliaEvent title
16th Australian Space Research Conference, 2016Event Venue
MelbourneDate of Event (Start Date)
2016-09-26Date of Event (End Date)
2016-09-28Rights statement
Copyright 2017 National Space Society of Australia LtdRepository Status
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