Relevance. Inclusive education demands highly skilled professionals capable of aiding individuals with special needs in integrating into society. However, students pursuing these roles often experience reduced psycho-emotional stability and heightened stress levels during their training and early career stages. Purpose. This study aims to identify the causes of psychological disorders among students in inclusive education programs and propose strategies for improvement. Methodology. The research employed general scientific theoretical and empirical methods to analyse various scientific sources and conducted a preliminary survey to assess students' motivation and curiosity towards defectology studies. The study also included an analysis of the effectiveness of integrating health fundamentals into the curriculum to enhance students' mental well-being. Results. The study revealed that motivational factors significantly influence students' psycho-emotional states in defectology programs. Introduction of health fundamentals in the curriculum showed promising results in improving students' mental health. Key components contributing to psychological progress (personal, intellectual-operational, motivational, communicative, reflective) were identified during the research. Conclusions. The study identified that motivational factors significantly influence the psycho-emotional stability of students in inclusive education programs, particularly within defectology studies. Integrating health-related topics into the curriculum showed promise in improving students' mental states. Key components contributing to psychological progress include personal, intellectual-operational, motivational, communicative, and reflective aspects. The implementation of the course "Psychological Hygiene of Pedagogical Activity" for fourth-year students demonstrated positive outcomes in enhancing psycho-emotional resilience and stress management skills. These findings highlight the importance of addressing motivation and integrating holistic health education to support the psychological well-being of future speech pathologists. Keywords: mental hygiene; stress resistance; inclusion; emotional flammability