Positive Life Changes Research Articles

Characterizing post-traumatic growth in individuals with traumatic brain injury according to social participation, self-awareness, and self-identity.

After traumatic brain injury (TBI), individuals may face challenges in their social participation, self-awareness, and self-identity. However, positive life changes can also be experienced (i.e., post-traumatic growth). This study aimed to characterize the social participation, self-awareness, and self-identity of individuals with TBI displaying post-traumatic growth. Fifteen participants (male = 10, mean age = 49.7 years) with moderate to severe TBI (average years post-injury = 15.2) were included in this mixed-methods study. Self-report questionnaires were used to assess social participation, self-awareness, and self-identity. Qualitative data, collected using semi-structured interviews, were used to categorize participants into two groups: higher (n = 8) and lower (n = 7) post-traumatic growth. Descriptive statistics were used to characterize participants in each group in terms of their social participation, self-awareness, and self-identity. Participants with higher post-traumatic growth had increased social participation, higher self-awareness, and fewer negative discrepancies between their pre- and post-injury self-identities, compared to participants with lower post-traumatic growth. This study contributes to a more comprehensive understanding of post-traumatic growth through the use of both qualitative and quantitative data. These findings can inform future research and development of programs to promote post-traumatic growth post-TBI.

A Critical Discourse Analysis of Sexual Violence Survivors and Censorship on the Social Media Platform TikTok.

Sexual violence is a public health threat in the USA and past research has found that survivors who seek support and disclose their experiences tend to have greater positive outcomes, such as positive life changes, reduced post-traumatic stress disorder, and fewer depressive symptoms. While social media have become an important site of disclosure, over-moderation of sex and sexuality on social media platforms due to the passing of the Fight Online Sex Trafficking Act and the Stop Enabling Sex Traffickers Act may inadvertently lead to the removal of survivors' posts and hinder their ability to build communities of support. In line with critical discourse analysis, this study examined the discursive strategies utilized in online disclosures made by sexual violence survivors on the social media platform TikTok to determine if they make use of algospeak, a neologism referring to the strategy of misspelling words or using coded language to avoid detection and deletion by site moderators. Analysis of the data indicated that sexual violence survivors do make use of algospeak, as well as direct and indirect language, to share their disclosures, and that, while TikTok claims to provide space for survivors' stories, its guidelines and approach to language about sex and sexuality may create barriers to building supportive communities.

Penguatan Nilai-nilai Moderasi Beragama Melalui Program Pengajaran Agama di Desa Tewang Kadamba

This study discusses the application of religious moderation in an effort to build a peaceful and tolerant community in Tewang Kadamba Village, Central Kalimantan. This village is known for its cultural and religious diversity, where the Dayak Kaharingan tribe is the majority of the population while Hinduism, Islam, and Christianity live side by side harmoniously. However, there are challenges related to the lack of motivation in worship activities and the shortage of Islamic religious teachers in the village. This is a serious concern because it can affect the social and religious life of the community. The Tewang Kadamba Village KKN Team took the initiative to empower the community through strengthening religious values ​​by involving the younger generation and cadres in the religious teaching program. This program is expected to encourage positive changes in religious life and social life in the village. This study uses the Participatory Action Research (PAR) method and literature study, with the aim of evaluating the effectiveness of the religious teaching program in improving the understanding and practice of religious moderation values ​​among the Tewang Kadamba Village community. It is hoped that the results of the study can provide useful suggestions for the development of religious teaching programs in Tewang Kadamba Village, so that they can support the formation of a religious, tolerant, and peaceful society

Females and Housing First: An analysis of 18-month outcomes in a randomized controlled trial.

The main objective of this research was to qualitatively examine the impacts of Housing First (HF) specifically on those participants who identified themselves as female in response to question asking what their gender was. The data analyzed are from a larger, muti-site, randomized controlled trial. χ2 analysis was used to compare the life changes (coded as positive, neutral, or negative) experienced by 64 females (42 HF and 22 TAU). An in-depth qualitative analysis was conducted on 45 of these participants (23 HF and 22 TAU). Significantly more female HF participants reported making positive life changes from baseline to 18-month than those in TAU. Relative to females in TAU, female HF participants reported a number of specific positive changes, including enhanced safety, improved recovery in mental illness, greater reductions in drug use, and individual changes. The implications of findings for strengthening HF programs to meet the unique needs of female participants are discussed.

The Influence of the Construction of the Ocarina – Bengkong Bridge on Economic Aspects and Social Aspects In Bengkong District, Batam City

Infrastructure development has the potential to have an important influence on various aspects of regional development. One important piece of infrastructure is a bridge. This study aims to analyze the influence of the construction of the Ocarina - Bengkong Bridge on economic and social aspects in Bengkong sub-district. This research uses quantitative methods by distributing questionnaires to the community around the Bengkong bridge. In the economic aspect, the research results show that the construction of the bridge has made a positive contribution to economic growth in Bengkong sub-district. The availability of better accessibility between Ocarina and Bengkong has increased population mobility, enabled the growth of the trade sector, and supported the development of the tourism sector in the region. Apart from that, the construction of the bridge also triggers an increase in property values and investment around the area. In the social aspect, bridge construction has brought positive changes in people's lives. Better mobility increases social connectivity between regions, facilitates cultural exchange, and strengthens community integration. Apart from that, increasing accessibility also increases people's access to education and health services. However, this study also identified several challenges and negative influences, such as increased traffic flow which can cause congestion and environmental impacts that need to be managed well and wisely. This research provides important insights for policy makers, related parties and the general public about the importance of infrastructure such as bridges in improving the economic and social welfare of a region.

To change or not to change? – Status quo bias and happiness

The status-quo bias (SQB) is the tendency to stick with the current situation despite potential dissatisfaction. In this study, we explore the relationship between SQB and subjective well-being (SWB). We hypothesized that higher SQB may lead to less desirable situations (e.g., unsatisfactory marriage, unwanted job), negatively affecting SWB. We developed and examined a novel index for measuring SQB. Surveying 1,423 Israeli working adults, the index showed strong internal consistency and validity, affirming reliability and construct validity. A significant negative correlation between SQB and three SWB measures was found, with SQB explaining more to SWB variations than subjective health, income, and religion combined. Positive life changes over the past three years have moderated this relationship. Moreover, despite including factors like regret, present bias, loss aversion, and optimism—which correlate with SWB and SQB in opposite directions and, therefore, could nullify our findings—the SQB-SWB correlation remained robust. Furthermore, our SQB measure significantly predicted SWB even when controlling for the negative relationship between the affective component of SWB (i.e., emotions) and SQB, which was demonstrated to operate in reverse causality compared to our hypothesis. In other words, SQB was found to mediate between the affective component and the other components of SWB. By providing evidence of the correlation between SQB and SWB, we introduce a robust SQB measurement tool, and underscore SQB's importance when exploring SWB determinants, suggesting that policy interventions encouraging individuals to overcome barriers to change could be advantageous.

A Closer Look into the Correlates of Spiritual Well-Being in Women with Breast Cancer: The Mediating Role of Social Support

The aim of this study was to gain insight into the relationship between spiritual well-being in breast cancer patients, psychological flexibility, social support, and personality traits. The research was conducted on 64 women (Mage=58.36, SD=11.30), while undergoing radiation therapy. Results showed that younger, less agreeable, and more conscientious patients were more likely to experience positive changes in life after the illness; greater perceived social support positively predicted sense of purpose/reason for being alive, and younger, more open to experience patients tended to be more hopeful. Full mediation effect of perceived social support was found – participants who were more agreeable and open to experience, through greater perceived support, achieved a higher sense of purpose/reason for being alive, while conscientious and psychologically inflexible individuals perceived less support, which resulted in diminished sense of purpose. Our results highlight the pivotal role of perceived social support, which could modulate and diminish negative psychological, spiritual and existential consequences of breast cancer.

Participants’ Compliance to Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program: Implications on Their Living Conditions

Aims: Compliance with program guidelines can pave the way for positive changes in people's lives. This study examined the influence of the characteristics of the 4Ps program beneficiaries and their compliance with program conditions and their living conditions. Study Design: Descriptive – Correlational Quantitative Study Place and Duration of Study: This study was conducted in a local Community in the Province of Agusan del Norte, Region Caraga, Philippines. Methodology: This study employed the descriptive-correlational research design. Program Compliance refers to the participants’ faithful observance to the program conditions specifically on the health and education components such as the vaccination of children, natal care for pregnant mothers; and regular attendance (at least 85% in a month) of children 5-18 years old. Living Conditions refers to the education, occupation, and income status that program participants achieved while receiving and utilizing the cash grants given by the program. These constructs were measured through indicators that are contained in a researcher-made questionnaire, such as the study by Salva et al. (2023) and the Social Welfare and Development Indicators (SWDI) Booklet. The 370 out of 4,378 participants were chosen among the 4Ps beneficiaries in a local community in the Province of Agusan del Norte, who were selected through systematic random sampling. The data gathered for this study were tallied, statistically treated, analyzed, and interpreted. The statistical tools used to organize the data were descriptive statistics and multiple regression. Results: Results show that 51.4 % of the participants belong to a family size of 5 members and below; 31.9 % are high school graduates; and 58.9 % earn an income ranging from Php 1,000.00- Php 5,000.00 monthly. Health outcomes is generally high (M=4.0); and Educational outcome is generally very high (M=4.79). All the components of the Living Condition are generally high, specifically the Health and Nutrition Component (M=4.24); Education (M=4.36) and Financial Management (4.21). Regression analysis reveal that the whole model is significant (F= 22.77, p = .000), with compliance as specifically having a significant influence on the participants’ living conditions, rejecting the null hypothesis. Conclusion: Compliance to the program contributes to better living conditions.

The Use of Turning Points in Understanding Homelessness Transitions: A Critical Social Psychological Perspective

ABSTRACT We argue for use of the narrative concept of the “turning point” in homelessness research from a critical social psychology perspective. BackgroundTurning points are often understood as rifts in the life course followed by significant change in direction. However, within narrative theory they are not events but subjectively significant features of the person’s life-story. The turning point as narrative toolThe analysis identified how turning points were deployed by participants in a study of homelessness experiences. Participants used the turning point in constructing themselves as agentic, reformed individuals who had gained insight. However, this did not necessarily bring positive life changes. Data extracts are used to illustrate the power of adopting a constructivist, narrative theoretical orientation in understanding turning points in accounts of homelessness. Implications for practiceViewing turning points in this way may help us understand how best to provide support for people without housing.

Development, Informal Sector and Policy Making: An Assessment of the Role of Policy Formulation in the Operationalization of Informal Groups in Harare Urban

The major thrust of this paper is to understand an interaction between development and its major irreducible determinants; that is public participation and policy formulation. Development is a term that has a multifaceted forms and definitions (Rodney 1982; Saul 2006). It is a process of bringing about desirable change and citizenry participation is critical in such processes that bring positive changes in the socio-economic lives. From an Interactionist perspective, it can be argued that, human relations from a micro-view point are characterized by multidimensional interactions imbedded in various symbiosis. Such explains the interaction between citizens and institutions of power and ideology. Conventionally, disparities in terms of development are due to natural distribution of resources (Weiss 2007; Okupu et al 2018), but this paper conceptualizes it largely as a neglection on the part of institutions, dearth of unity among the citizens and also limited interaction between the development agencies and the people. Development remains a peculiarity within boundaries of the propulsive growth poles while some parts are lagging behind due to lack of positive symbiosis between citizens and institutions. Contemporary researches demonstrate largely that policy formulation and implementation lack correlation and the intended development is jeopardized to the detriment of the welfare of the people. Saliently, there is need for the prioritization of the citizen participation in policy making so that implementation would be feasible and easier. The reciprocity between the infrastructure, (physical enablers and population) and the superstructure (decision makers, intellectuals and researches) must be explored with much consistence and coordination. In Zimbabwe, particularly in the Harare’s informal sector and in deed in many African countries such is missing, thus, making poverty levels cyclical, structural and endemic.

Positive life changes during the COVID-19 pandemic moderate the association between mothers’ COVID-related stressors and psychopathology

BackgroundAmple research has documented the potential of both negative and positive impacts secondary to the COVID-19 pandemic on global mental health in adults and families, but less work has focused on mothers who experience economic marginalization. This longitudinal study aims to assess the impact of positive changes from the pandemic on the association between COVID-related stressors and psychopathology before and after the start of the pandemic. MethodsSeventy-five mothers from low income, economically marginalized backgrounds (mean age=30 years, 80 % Black) completed a pre-pandemic visit (T1;2015-2019) and an online survey (T2;2020-2021) mid-pandemic. The study assessed mother's depressive and posttraumatic stress symptoms and lifetime adversity, COVID-19 related stressors, and positive changes associated with the pandemic. ResultsControlling for pre-pandemic psychopathology symptoms, lifetime adversity and educational attainment, there was a significant, positive association between exposure to COVID-19 related stressors and risk for T2 psychopathology. Positive life changes buffered this association, however, such that exposure to COVID-19 related stressors and psychopathology were unrelated for mothers who reported a moderate to high level of positive changes associated with the pandemic. LimitationsThe sample was small and generalizability of results is limited. ConclusionsThe pandemic was associated with an increase in mental health problems and unique stressors, especially among caregivers who are low-income. These findings shine light on how both material and psychological access to positive experiences (e.g., more time with family) can buffer the impact of stressors on mental health symptoms.

Formation of resilience of student youth by physical therapy methods

The article examines the negative impact of chronic stress caused by military aggression on the state of mental health of students, which directly affects their desire and ability to study effectively. The purpose of the work: to systematize the negative effects of chronic stress on the health of young people and to outline approaches to the formation of students' resilience using physical therapy methods. Scientific novelty: the main factor in preserving the health of students is an effectively organized pedagogical process and the correct use of pedagogical technologies. Methods of combating stress consist in removing emotional tension and changing a person's psychological mood. Students need to be taught how to manage stress and recover from exhaustion. The Kessler Psychological Distress Scale (K10), a "stress thermometer", and the subjective units of distress scale (SUDS) are used to monitor the impact of stress on the psycho-emotional state. Physical stress management methods include: regular physical activity, deep breathing, massage, reflexology, progressive muscle relaxation, healthy eating, sleep and rest.
 Conclusions: 1. The priority of higher education institutions of Ukraine should be the formation of resilience of all participants in the educational process. 2. Since during the war it is impossible to eliminate the source of stress, it is necessary to know its signs and manage it with stress management methods (regular physical activity, healthy diet, relaxation techniques, time planning, making positive changes in life). 3. Prevention of the negative impact of chronic stress on students, the search for resources to restore their physical and mental health, with the help of stress management and physical therapy methods, is a promising direction of scientific research.

"Dancing on the edge of the abyss": Posttraumatic growth in men cancer survivors

ObjectiveSurviving cancer can lead to self-perceived beneficial changes and personal growth, commonly referred to as posttraumatic growth. However, the survivorship experience of men following cancer remains understudied. Thus, our objective was to obtain a comprehensive understanding of men's perceptions of the changes in their lives following cancer. MethodsTwenty-four Israeli men who completed cancer treatment participated in five focus group meetings. Data analysis was performed using the thematic analysis method. ResultsFour themes were identified pertaining to both positive and negative changes in the men's lives following cancer: 1) negative manifestations of cancer survivorship; 2) changes in perceptions of life; 3) changes in perceptions of self; and 4) putting changes into action. ConclusionWhereas earlier research indicated a minimal impact of cancer on men survivors' lives, this study demonstrates multidimensional changes in the lives of such men. Findings revealed a dialectic post-cancer experience that consisted of negative manifestations of cancer survivorship co-existing with positive developments in different aspects of the men's lives. Additionally, prioritizing one's self was a novel finding of the current study.

Escaping chronic poverty: long-term impacts of an agricultural development program

AbstractThere is a need for groundbreaking initiatives to come to the rescue of the world’s rain-fed regions, especially in the face of the current climate and food crises and the associated reversal of previous advances in poverty reduction. However, there is little evidence of successful programs, which can inform the development of proactive policies to meet these urgent challenges. Can sustainable agricultural intensification enable marginalized, smallholder farmers to break out of chronic poverty? In this study, we scrutinize the Wadi concept, an integrated farming system that includes water resource development, soil conservation, cultivation of fruit trees, and intercropping on degraded land. We use a mixed-methods approach that involves surveying 1860 households, which were randomly sampled from a population of 188,231 participants across four Indian states, encompassing a variety of geographical regions. This is the first investigation into the effects of integrated farming systems on livelihoods on such a large scale and spanning 23 years. We compare the household participants of the program with the non-participants and run a linear regression analysis, ceteris paribus, comparing farmers who established integrated farming systems at different points in time over the period 1990–2017. Significant progress in several socioeconomic factors can be observed, such as higher incomes (the annual income of a typical participant has increased from INR 30,000 to 100,000 or even more), diversified income sources, positive life changes, higher life satisfaction and better perspectives for children, as well as environmental benefits. The Wadi program’s effectiveness in providing sustainable development pathways implies benefits to be gained from scaling it up. By thoroughly assessing its potential to help farmers escape chronic poverty and build resilience, this study provides evidence of the Wadi concept’s success that can enrich the science-policy dialog on development programs.

Exploring Psychiatric Home-Visit Nursing Practices for Patients with Schizophrenia and Hikikomori with a Thematic Analysis.

The phenomenon of some patients with schizophrenia withdrawing and becoming hikikomori needs to be resolved. In some countries, outreach methods are being employed. In Japan, psychiatric home-visit nursing for patients with schizophrenia and hikikomori is being implemented. However, it is not based on sufficient evidence and relies on the experience and intuition of individual nurses. This study explored the underlying themes in the nursing practices of psychiatric home-visit nurses via semi-structured interviews with 10 nurses and a thematic analysis. Nine key themes emerged. Four themes-(i) understanding the patient's world, (ii) supporting the patients as they are, (iii) providing a sense of relief, and (iv) having equal relationships-highlighted the nurses' commitment to respecting patients' individuality while building and sustaining relationships. Two themes-(v) exploring the right timing and (vi) waiting for the appropriate timing-illustrated the nurses' anticipation of proactive patient engagement. Finally, three themes-(vii) working together on things, (viii) continuing care for expanding the patient's world, and (ix) nursing care for the patient's future-underscored the nurses' gradual and methodical approach to working alongside patients. Nursing practices based on these nine themes cultivated meaningful relationships and secured a sense of relief for the patients. Additionally, they awaited patients' proactive engagement and delivered timely support to facilitate positive daily life changes. These findings contribute to the establishment of evidence-based nursing practices for patients with schizophrenia and hikikomori.

Effects of Resilience and Emotion Regulation on Perceptions of Positive and Negative Life Changes in Cancer Survivors: A Longitudinal Study.

While many studies have investigated the sociodemographic, clinical, and psychosocial factors associated with perceived positive change after cancer, longitudinal work examining how emotion regulation, and resilience impact perceptions of life change among newly diagnosed cancer survivors is lacking. This study examined the prevalence of perceived positive and negative life changes following cancer and explored the role of emotion regulation and resilience on perceived change over 6 months. Data from 534 recent survivors of breast, prostate, or colorectal cancer (Mage = 59.3, 36.5% male) collected at baseline (Time 1) and 6-month follow-up (Time 2) were analyzed. Multivariate linear regressions were estimated separately to examine if resilience or emotion regulation were associated with perceived change at Time 2 after controlling for relevant sociodemographic and psychosocial measures. At both time points, greater than 90% of participants reported at least one perceived positive change while fewer than a third reported a negative change. Indices of emotion regulation and resilience were positively related to perceived positive change at both time points and negatively related to perceived negative change at Time 1. Emotion regulation but not resilience was negatively associated with perceived negative change at Time 2. Findings suggest that cancer survivors who are less resilient and struggle with emotion regulation are more susceptible to perceptions of fewer positive and greater negative life changes after cancer. As such, psychosocial interventions should be developed to promote resilience and emotional regulation in cancer survivors.

Testing a model of benefit-finding and growth in youths with chronic health conditions

BackgroundThe experience of benefit-finding and growth (BFG), defined as perceiving positive life changes resulting from adversity, is increasingly studied among youths with chronic health conditions (CCs). However, empirical evidence is scarce for explaining individual differences in BFG. The study aimed to test a model of BFG, including an interplay of personal and environmental factors and coping processes.MethodsA sample of N = 498 youths (12–21 years) recruited from three German patient registries for CCs (type 1 diabetes: n = 388, juvenile idiopathic arthritis: n = 82, cystic fibrosis: n = 28) completed a questionnaire including self-reported optimism, social support from parents and peers, coping strategies, and BFG. The model was created to reflect the theoretical assumptions of the Life Crisis and Personal Growth model and current empirical evidence. Structural equation modeling was conducted to evaluate the incremental explanatory power of optimism, peer group integration, parental support, acceptance, cognitive reappraisal, and seeking social support over and above sociodemographic and disease-related characteristics.ResultsThe model (CFI = 0.93; RMSEA = 0.04; SRMR = 0.05) explained 32% of the variance in BFG. Controlling for sociodemographic and disease-related characteristics, acceptance, cognitive reappraisal, and seeking social support were directly and positively linked to BFG. All tested coping strategies significantly mediated the association between optimism and BFG, whereas seeking social support significantly mediated the relation between peer group integration and BFG.DiscussionThe study stresses the prominent role of emotion-focused coping strategies and peer group integration in enhancing BFG in youths with CCs.Trial registrationGerman Clinical Trials Register (DRKS), no. DRKS00025125. Registered on May 17, 2021.

The Relationship of Life-Changing Spiritual Experiences to Current Religious/Spiritual Attitudes and Practices: A Pilot Study

Positive life changes may be associated with spiritual/religious sources. This pilot study tested religiousness/spirituality in adults (N = 77; 21% men; Mage = 39.45, SD = 11.97 years) who answered demographic questions and completed the Brief Multidimensional Measure of Religiousness/Spirituality. Respondents who reported a major life-changing spiritual experience (72.7%) were compared to those who did not (27.3%). The former scored higher (p < .05) on all measures and had a higher proportion of religious (p = .04) and spiritual (p < .001) identity. At the same time, no differences in age, gender, education, or urban vs. rural location emerged. Among those who had experienced a significant life change, 42.9% had such experiences when they were 18 years or younger. Most (83.4%) were committed spiritually and attended religious services once or more weekly. The age at which the life-changing experience occurred correlated strongly (r = .70) with the strengthening of religious/spiritual practices. The results suggest that life-changing spiritual experiences fuel religious/spiritual attitudes and behaviors and that their impact may be more profound if experienced at a younger age.

"I became a person again": Social inclusion and participation experiences of Ethiopian women post-obstetric fistula surgical repair.

Childbirth-related mortality and morbidity affect many women globally, especially in low-income countries like Ethiopia. Obstetric fistula-a preventable condition mainly caused by prolonged and obstructed labor-can lead to physical, psychological, and social challenges, affecting women's social participation and inclusion. This study aims to understand women's social participation and inclusion experiences post-obstetric fistula surgery. This study is part of a larger research project investigating the social inclusion process of women who have had obstetric fistula surgery in Ethiopia. For this study, we conducted a qualitative exploration of women's experiences, guided by a constructivist grounded theory approach. Twenty-one women discharged from fistula treatment facilities following obstetric fistula surgery were interviewed using a semi-structured interview guide. Data was analyzed using Charmaz's inductive analysis approach, which involves an initial line-by-line coding followed by focused coding to identify the most significant codes. Subsequently, sub-themes and themes were developed from the focused codes. The data analysis revealed four themes reflecting the women's experiences of social participation and inclusion. These are the experience of recovery and the journey toward social participation, participating in expected and meaningful activities, the continued challenge with a romantic relationship, and formal and informal support. Overall, the women who received fistula surgery reported positive life changes, especially regarding their physical well-being. However, they continued to face social challenges such as financial hardship, reproductive health problems, and issues with marriage and family life, which negatively impacted their social participation and inclusion experiences. While more research is needed, the findings of this study suggest that the social aspects of obstetric fistula are crucial for healthcare professionals to consider. Providing appropriate care and support to address unmet social relationship, employment, and childcare needs could enable women to lead fulfilling lives.

Психологическое консультирование и коучинг как виды социально-психологической помощи

Background. In recent decades, practical psychology has been rapidly developing in the country. The market offers a wide variety of psychological services, while the problem of psychological security, distinguishing scientifically based practices from harmful influences, becomes especially relevant. This article is devoted to the scientific justification of counseling and coaching as types of socio-psychological assistance. Objective. The goal is to analyze and correlate the theoretical foundations and practice of psychological counseling and coaching. The article is aimed at studying the origins of these areas of practice and identifying the subject matter, goals and features of technologies of socio-psychological counseling and socio-psychological coaching. Results. Socio-psychological counseling and coaching are defined as professional activities aimed at helping a client solve his personal, interpersonal, group and organizational problems based on personal and social resources. The purpose of socio-psychological counseling is to increase the effectiveness of the client's interaction with oneself, with the environment and organizations. The purpose of socio-psychological coaching is to create effective ways to resolve subjectively significant situations of social interaction that lead to positive changes in the client's life and personality. Socio-psychological counseling and coaching allow one to help the client by developing socio-psychological competence. Conclusions. Socio-psychological counseling and socio-psychological coaching have their own subject, theoretical and methodological basis and represent types of psychological practice. Developing and borrowing methods and fields of application from each other, consulting and coaching are increasingly converging, sometimes to the point of blurring the differences completely. In the market of psychological services, counseling and coaching exist as separate professions and act as different services for clients.