Keyword: «psychology»

The article considers the methods of psychologization of educational training of master students – future managers. It is noted that for the organization of this work at the university, the discipline «Psychology» is an adequate means, the content and teaching methods of which require reflection in connection with the specifics of the future professional activity of masters of management. Among the organizational components of this discipline, problematic and design technologies, the use of multimedia presentations are noted.

The article considers the specifics of teaching the optional course «Leadership and team building» at the university. It is noted that the qualities of a leader and the ability to work in a team, to organize the activities of the team are essential for a manager. It is proposed to use problem technology as the main teaching tool, which allows developing students' thinking. Attention is drawn to the practical nature of the discipline and the need to develop students' understanding of the leader's activities in modern conditions.

The article presents the results of empirical research aimed at revealing the relationship be-tween age and gender characteristics and an individual's propensity to superstition. The authors compare the level of propensity to superstition in the samples of men and women of different age groups and give the rationale for the obtained results. It is shown that age and gender peculiarities influence the formation of superstition and magical thinking. At the same time, women show a greater propensity to superstition than men. The propensity to superstition and magical thinking de-creases with age. Superstition and magical thinking can have a negative impact on self-image and interpersonal interaction which can be counteracted with group or individual psychocorrective work.

The article deals with the problem of professional and emotional burnout – a state when a person experiences emotional and mental exhaustion, a decrease in professional enthusiasm and motivation. The author analyzes the causes of burnout, such as overload, lack of support and recognition from colleagues and management, conflict situations, mismatch of expectations and the level of requirements. It describes the impact of burnout on human health and quality of life, as well as methods of prevention and treatment of this condition. The author describes the main signs of burnout and recommendations for stress management and maintaining psychological health.

In this article the authors reveal the peculiarities of development and socialization of a modern child. The characteristic of children of the "alpha" generation is given, the analysis of research in this area is presented. The authors have defined the peculiarities of upbringing and education of children taking into account the specifics of the new generation. The main emphasis is placed on the upbringing of children in the family. Recommendations for modern parents in the issues of upbringing of children in the family are given.