Anxiety of the Personality in Adolescents with Somatic Illness

Abstract

Introduction. A high level of anxiety is identified in people with somatic illness of different genesis. The study of anxiety manifestations in adolescents with low physical status can contribute to the development of the negative emotional states correction system. We will identify and describe the expressiveness of various anxiety aspects of the personality in adolescents with low physical status, whose bodies are in the stage of active change and development. This is precisely where the novelty of the research lies.Purpose. In the article, we will study the characteristics of anxiety in adolescents with various physical status.Materials and Methods. There were two groups of adolescents (15–17 years of age): with low physical status (students of residential schools in Rostov-on-Don) and normal (students of regular schools). The sample consists of 130 respondents. We used the “Multidimensional assessment of childhood anxiety” method (L. I. Vasserman & E. E. Malkova) for diagnosing anxiety characteristics.Results. Specific anxiety profiles in people with various physical well-being are reflected. We have identified that adolescents with low physical status have significantly higher levels of general anxiety and anxiety associated with self-expression compared to students with normal physical status. Anxiety associated with sensitivity to opinion of the others and with relationships with peers is higher in adolescents with somatic illness.Discussion and Conclusion. Somatic illness and physical status in general have an impact on adolescents’ psychological well-being, and especially on their personality and emotional sphere. Understanding of the subjective characteristics of the anxiety profile and the specifics of the emotional expressions of the personality with somatic troubles will help to design effective programs for psychological support.