Experiencing the Traumatic Event as a Psychological Counseling Problem
https://doi.org/10.31161/1995-0659-2025-19-1-112-121
Abstract
The aim of the study was to develop a program aimed at overcoming the psychological consequences of experiencing traumatic events.
Methods. To obtain empirical data, the following methods were used: the suicide risk questionnaire modified by T. N. Razuvaeva, the test questionnaire "Determining the level of self-esteem" by S. V. Kovalev; the questionnaire "Loneliness" by S. G. Korchagina; the Beck anxiety scale; the questionnaire "Beck Hopelessness Scale"; the Spielberger-Khanin scale of personal and situational anxiety.
Results. The analysis of the results after correction showed a decrease in the level of hopelessness, anxiety, loneliness, as well as statistically significantly decreased levels of situational and personal anxiety, loneliness experiences.
Conclusions. The effectiveness of the program has been confirmed and it can be recommended for working with people who have experienced traumatic events.
About the Authors
A. G. OganovaRussian Federation
Anna G. Oganova - undergraduate, the chair of Psychology of Counseling and Professional Activity.
Makhachkala
E. G. Isaeva
Russian Federation
Elmira G. Isaeva - Doctor of Psychology, Professor, the chair of Psychology of Counseling and Professional Activity.
Makhachkala
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Review
For citations:
Oganova A.G., Isaeva E.G. Experiencing the Traumatic Event as a Psychological Counseling Problem. Dagestan State Pedagogical University. Journal. Psychological and Pedagogical Sciences. 2025;19(1):112-121. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.31161/1995-0659-2025-19-1-112-121