A COMPREHENSIVE APPROACH TO MEDICAL-PSYCHOLOGICAL SUPPORT FOR SERVICE WOMEN IN MODERN UKRAINE

Abstract

Objective: The aim: To analyze the current state of the problem and develop a modern methodology for the correction and prevention of stress disorders in female veterans.

Patients and methods: Materials and methods: The following methods were used during the research: theoretical and interdisciplinary analysis, complex, сlinical and psychopatho¬logical examination and methods of mathematical and statistical data processing.

Results: Results: In the course of our work, it was developed an algorithm for medical and psychological support for women who suffered from results of the fighting includes the following components: monitoring of the psychological and mental state of veteran women; increased psychological care; psychological support for veteran women; psychotherapy; psychoeducation; creation of a re-adaptation atmosphere; formation of a health-centred living style and strengthening of psychosocial resources.

Conclusion: Conclusions: The complex system of treatment and prevention of stress-social disorders in women veterans should be aimed at decreasing the level of anxiety-depressive symptoms and the excessive nervous and psychological tension; infective re-evaluation of the traumatic experience; building a positive attitude towards the future and creating a new cognitive model of life.

Keywords: combatant; complex system of treatment; medical suppor; psychological support; veteran women.