To the question of cadets ’psychological stability
Introduction. Currently, the penitentiary system of the Russian Federation is faced with the task of training not only a qualified specialist with a certain set of professional competencies, but also the formation of a psychologically holistic and stable person corresponding to the modern realities. The theoretical and methodological analysis of the problem of psychological stability of the personality allowed us to conclude that this phenomenon is associated with both the peculiarities of personal development and the educational process in the educational organization. The purpose of the study is to study cadets’ psychological stability. The methodology and organization of the study: there were studied 50 cadets of the Academy of the Federal Penal Service of Russia; questionnaires, psych diagnostic methods: a method for determining the level of resilience of S. Maddi, a method for diagnosing the self-actualization of the personality of A.V. Lazukin. Research results and discussion: 10% of the tested cadets have a low level of psychological stability, the system of their worldview and ideas about themselves does not always allow them to effectively overcome stressful situations. 75% of respondents have an average indicator of psychological stability, and 5% have a level above the average. Emotional instability, lack of self-esteem and selfconfidence, conflicts within the person, etc., contribute to a decrease in psychological stability. Conclusions. The phenomenon of psychological stability of cadets is based on their personal characteristics, so psychological work with them should be focused on the qualities and properties of a person, which are most important for maintaining psychological stability, successful self-regulation, ensuring and maintaining a positive emotional state.