ALGORITHMIC STRATEGIES OF STRUCTURED PROBLEM SOLVING IN THE SYSTEM OF METACOGNITIVE ADAPTATION UNDER POSTTRAUMATIC CONDITIONS
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.32782/3041-2005/2026-2.29Keywords:
post-traumatic conditions, metacognitive adaptation, cognitive self-regulation, structured problem solving, psychological resilience, self-efficacyAbstract
The article presents a theoretical and methodological analysis of the mechanisms for optimizing psychological adaptation in individuals experiencing post-traumatic conditions through the use of author-developed algorithmic problem-solving strategies. The relevance of the study is associated with the increasing number of individuals exposed to psychologically traumatic events, which are often accompanied by cognitive overload, emotional maladjustment, and rumination. These factors reduce the capacity for rational decision-making. The aim of the study is to provide a theoretical justification and to develop a model of structured problem-solving as a tool for metacognitive adaptation. The methodological foundation of the research is based on the principles of the cognitive-behavioral paradigm, metacognitive theory, and contemporary approaches to cognitive-semantic self-regulation. The study employs theoretical methods, including analysis, synthesis, systematization, and generalization. As a result, an algorithmic model of structured problem-solving was developed and specified. The model is grounded in the principles of cognitive structuring and includes five sequential stages: problem identification and verification; differentiation of responsibility; goal-oriented planning; cognitive generation of alternatives; and evaluation and decision-making. It is theoretically substantiated that the application of the proposed approach may contribute to the reduction of emotional distress, overcoming “tunnel thinking,” restoration of an internal locus of control, and an increase in self-efficacy. The practical significance of the study lies in the potential application of the proposed algorithm within comprehensive psychological support and rehabilitation systems for individuals with traumatic experiences, as well as in training programs aimed at developing self-regulation and decision-making skills under stress. The findings suggest that the integration of cognitive and metacognitive strategies may serve as a basis for the development of psychological resilience
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