PROBLEMS OF RESILIENCE OF MILITARY PERSONNEL IN COMBAT CONDITIONS
Abstract
The article presents the results of an empirical study aimed at a comprehensive examination of the problem of resilience among military personnel in conditions of military action, which made it possible both to theoretically substantiate its psychological parameters and to conduct a practical test of the effectiveness of a programme for developing this phenomenon. The results confirmed the hypothesis that a high level of resilience is determined by a harmonious combination of cognitive, emotional-volitional and behavioural characteristics, as well as the presence of external and internal psychological support resources that allow the effects of combat stress to be effectively overcome.
The study proved that combat conditions, in particular high levels of danger, unpredictability of situations and intense psycho-emotional stress, significantly affect the development and dynamics of resilience. At the same time, it was found that military personnel who have developed stress coping mechanisms and social support demonstrate higher levels of resilience and adaptability. The key factors that contribute to the formation and maintenance of resilience were investigated. These include both internal personal resources (motivation, self-regulation, resilience) and external resources such as support from comrades, effective organisation of service, and access to psychological assistance. It is the combination of these factors that creates an optimal environment for maintaining mental health and increasing the combat effectiveness of military personnel in difficult conditions.
The study has important theoretical and practical significance. It broadens our understanding of the phenomenon of resilience in military psychology, demonstrates the effectiveness of a comprehensive approach to its development, and proposes an effective mechanism for supporting the mental health of military personnel. In the context of prolonged military operations, such work is not only relevant but also strategically important for ensuring the combat readiness and resilience of personnel.
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