The Role of Constructive Coping Strategies in the Psychological Well-being of Military Personnel in Extreme Situations

Abstract

This article explores the coping strategies employed by military personnel to manage stress in extreme service conditions. The authors analyse various approaches used by servicemen and servicewomen to cope with the psychological stresses of military life, such as constant combat readiness, life-threatening situations, and separation from family. The article discusses different classifications of stress-coping strategies and evaluates their effectiveness. Special attention is given to the impact of cultural, social, and individual factors on military personnel from different countries. The authors provide a comparative analysis of coping strategies across cultures, identifying both universal and culturally specific approaches.