THE ROLE OF SOCIAL WORK IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF ADAPTIVE POTENTIAL OF INTERNALLY DISPLACED PERSONS IN UKRAINE

Abstract

The article is devoted to the analysis of the role of social work in the development of the adaptive potential of internally displaced persons in Ukraine in the conditions of war. In the article, the author notes that the process of adaptation of internally displaced persons is complex and lengthy, as it requires significant support, resources and attention from the state, community and other social structures for the successful integration of these persons into the new environment. The success of adaptation depends on many factors, but first, on the adaptive potential of the person. The article defines the adaptive potential of internally displaced persons as a set of personal, social and psychophysiological resources that contribute to successful adaptation to new living conditions as a result of forced displacement. The key components of adaptive capacity are psychophysiological component (health status, physical endurance, the body's ability to withstand physical activity and stress); emotional component (emotional stability); sociopsychological component (social interaction, sociability, ability to cooperate) and personal component (internal beliefs, values, personal maturity and readiness for change), which form internal resilience. Particular attention is paid to the importance of supporting internally displaced persons through social services provided by Resilience Centers. The use of individual and group methods of social work to reduce stress, develop emotional resilience, build a positive life perspective, social integration and professional adaptation is analyzed. The article concludes that the development of the adaptation potential of internally displaced persons through comprehensive support from social work professionals contributes to enhancing psychological resilience, successful social integration, and improving the quality of life both for the internally displaced persons themselves and the community they join, which presents a promising direction for further research.