Development of psychological resilience among students in conditions of armed conflict
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https://doi.org/10.22633/rpge.v29iesp2.20654Keywords:
Resilience, Cognitive behavioural therapy, Mindfulness, Mental health, Psychological safetyAbstract
The study analyses the development of resilience among university students in Ukraine during the war, highlighting its importance for mental health in unstable contexts. Modern methods, such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and mindfulness practices, were applied as strategies to reduce psychological distress and strengthen long-term emotional resilience. The Emotional Resilience Scale (ERS) was adapted to a new assessment system suitable for psychological care in crises. An empirical study (2022–2024) with higher education students confirmed a significant increase in resilience, especially in the group that practiced CBT and mindfulness. The results demonstrate the effectiveness of these approaches in regulating emotions, reducing stress, and promoting a mindful attitude toward the challenges of war, strengthening students’ mental health and social resilience.
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