THE PROGRAM OF DEVELOPMENT OF PSYCHOLOGICAL PREPAREDNESS OF MILITARY SERVANTS OF AIRBORNE ASSAULT FORCES OF THE ARMED FORCES OF UKRAINE TO ACTIVITIES IN BATTLES

Andrii Kyrychenko

doi:10.23856/4714

Andrii Kyrychenko National Defence University of Ukraine named after Ivan Cherniakhovskyi http://orcid.org/0000-0002-1333-5980

Keywords: psychological readiness; combat activities; motivation; development program; self-regulation

Abstract

The article reveals the main tasks, purpose, content and structure of the program for the development of psychological readiness of servicemen of the Airborne Assault Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine to work in combat conditions "Born – to win" (hereinafter the program). The purpose of the program is not only to provide servicemen of Airborne Assault Forces with knowledge of psychological readiness, functioning of the body in extreme conditions and practical skills of self-regulation, but also to optimize the process of psychological readiness of paratroopers in combat. The main objectives of the program are: development of the motivational sphere, psychological readiness of servicemen for service and combat activities; acquaintance with the concepts of "psychological readiness", "psychological stability", "traumatic factors of modern combat", "preservation of mental health"; formation of a positive attitude to oneself, to the chosen profession, understanding and representation of servicemen's own actions on the battlefield, forecasting possible dangerous situations and making timely and correct decisions to overcome them; formation and development of skills and practical skills necessary for first aid, self-regulation and self-control of emotional state. Paratroopers enrich their professional experience, form and develop skills and abilities necessary to perform tasks on the battlefield in conditions of danger, uncertainty and suddenness, realize their own characteristics (know themselves), improve practical skills of first aid, self-regulation and self-control of emotional state. According to the results of the program is an effective tool for developing the psychological readiness of servicemen of the Airborne Assault Troops of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

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