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В данной статье автор рассматривает природу формирования смещения агрессии. Практические способы исследование проявления смещение агрессии в психотерапевтической практике через инструменты позитивной психотерапии.

In this article, the author examines the nature of the formation of aggression bias. Practical ways to investigate the manifestation of aggression bias in psychotherapeutic practice through the tools of
Positive Psychotherapy.

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Humanity’s search for a new and effective orientation will bring with it a changing relationship between cause and effect. Individuals disillusioned by culture, society, politics and religion, who seek refuge and help in their private worlds, will in turn multiply the collective problems because of these shifting relations.

This shows us once again that none of these cultural systems is good in itself. Their qualities only reveal themselves in the ways in which they are effective for the people who live within them and to the extent to which the rules of their games allow for constructive encounters with other sociocultural systems and their members. So, there is much that the members of various cultural systems could learn from each other – even if they only learn to understand one another.

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Transcultural difficulties – in private life, work and politics – are growing increasingly important today. Given the way society is developing now, the solution of transcultural problems will create one of the major tasks of the future. While people of differing cultural circles used to be separated by great distances and came into contact only in unusual circumstances, technical innovations have dramatically increased the opportunities for contact in our time. Just by opening the morning paper, we step out of our own living space and make contact with the problems of people from other cultural circles and groups. Generally we interpret these events in ways that we’ve grown up with. We are ready to criticize, damn or make fun of them because of their supposed backwardness, naiveté, brutality or incomprehensible lack of concern. In the transcultural process we deal with the concepts, norms, values, behavioral patterns, interests and viewpoints that are valid in a particular culture.

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Трансцендентность – свойство личности, позволяющее преодолевать свои границы. Каждая культура отражает опыт выживания и конструктивных моделей поведения в определенных условиях в течение длительного времени больших групп людей. Ощущение принадлежности к своей культуре является важным ресурсом для человека. Оно оказывает влияние на стиль личного общения, специфику установления контактов обществе и с обществом. Транскультуральный аспект Позитивной психотерапии является типичным примером трансцендентности. Статья анализирует трансцендентность транскультурального аспекта в основных факторах адаптации: в актуальном, базовом, ключевом и внутреннем конфликтах личности.

Transcendence is the ability to overcome boundaries of individuality. Each culture demonstrates the experience of survival and constructive behaviors under specific conditions over a prolonged period, as exhibited by large groups of people. The sense of belonging to one’s culture is a vital resource for an individual. It influences the style of personal communication and the specifics of establishing contacts within and with society. The transcultural aspect of Positive psychotherapy is a typical example of transcendence. The article analyzes the transcendence of the transcultural aspect in the main factors of adaptation, including actual, basic, key, and internal conflicts of personality.

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This article is devoted to the study of the psychological consequences of forced migration in children and the possibilities of their therapeutic support within the framework of positive and transcultural psychotherapy (PTP). Based on clinical observations, parental reflection, and the author’s practical experience, the phenomenon of the ‘child without a voice’ is examined – a migrant child who is unable to express the pain associated with the loss of home, belonging, and stable adult figures.

The analysis is based on key concepts of PTC, including the balance model (comprising four spheres: body, activity, relationships, and future), the five-step therapeutic model, and the principle of hope, which enables the activation of the child’s internal resources. Special attention is paid to metaphorical work, in particular the use of Ukrainian songs as a symbol of collective trauma and an archetype of hope.

The article describes the characteristic manifestations of migration trauma in children: psychosomatic symptoms, regression, isolation, and silence. The author emphasises the importance of the therapist’s role as a cultural mediator and emotionally reliable adult who can hear what cannot be said in words. The therapy uses narrative and body-based methods, positive reinterpretation, and the inclusion of parents as co-therapists.

The paper concludes with practical recommendations for professionals working with migrant children, emphasising the importance of cultural sensitivity and restoring a sense of belonging and inner voice.

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We improve ourselves each year based on our experience. That experience is passed on to us by our tribe. The generations that preceded us pass on to us a system of capacities that contribute to preserving existence. The lack or absence of information about those predecessors can lead to life-threatening consequences. Having lived through many crisis moments in its history, Armenia continues its existence, keeping its connection with its ancestors through the realization of national identity. National identity, the sense of belonging and attachment to one’s nation, is an important part of personality development. In the article, the author reveals the primary actual capacities involved in forming and reproducing national identity, as well as the connection between the transcultural approach and national identity.

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The article provides the reflection of Kazakh culture and mentality in the context of Positive psychotherapy. The author is a Kazakh woman who was born and grew up in a traditional Kazakh family, is also a Basic consultant in Positive psychotherapy, lived and studied offline in Turkey, Finland, South Korea and Russia. Positive psychotherapy is the method that is based on a transcultural view. It covers both eastern and western cultures. The mentality of Kazakh people, values, culture, and tradition are reflected in the article by using the Conflict model, the Balance model, primary and secondary capabilities, and a family treatment model of Positive psychotherapy. The key conflict for most Kazakh people is in being polite and not telling about their true feelings and thoughts. The concept that “talking a lot is bad” is widespread among Kazakhs. An example of a general conflict model of Kazakh people is presented in the article.

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В статье освещены результаты исследования по выявлению уровня морального развития российского общества. Темы, выбранные для вопросов теста, отражают наиболее резонансные проблемы современного российского общества: отношения с властью, профессионализм, милосердие, патриотизм, глобализм.  Представлены 14 моральных дилемм и варианты ответов к ним, которые соответствуют 6 стадиям морального развития общества, предложенных Лоуренсом Колбергом. Выбор ситуации этической дилеммы рассматривается через призму актуальных способностей Позитивной Психотерапии, отражающих содержание конфликтной динамики.

The article highlights the results of a study to identify the level of moral development of Russian society. The topics chosen for the test questions reflect the most resonant problems of modern Russian society: relations with the authorities, professionalism, mercy, patriotism, globalism. 14 moral dilemmas and answers to them are presented, which correspond to the 6 stages of moral development of society, proposed by Lawrence Kohlberg. The choice of the situation of the ethical dilemma is considered through the prism of the actual capacities of Positive Psychotherapy, reflecting the content of the conflict dynamics.

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This article examines the Bahá’í conception of human nature and its impact on psychotherapeutic practice and Positive and Transcultural Psychotherapy (PPT after Nossrat Peseschkian). Central concepts, such as the oneness of humankind, human resources, and harmony between science and religion, are highlighted as the cornerstones of this young world religion, and their practical implementation is presented. The authors demonstrate that Bahá’í teachings enrich therapy by highlighting the inherent capacities of each person, which can be activated through education and self-development. This promotes a resource-oriented, holistic therapeutic approach that extends beyond the treatment of psychological and mental disorders, thereby enhancing individual well-being. The article also emphasizes the importance of cultural sensitivity in therapy, supported by the Bahá’í principle of unity in diversity in an increasingly global society. Finally, the integration of spiritual and religious topics with scientific practice is presented as the key to effective and comprehensive healing processes that take into account both the material and spiritual aspects of life.

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Social support can be defined as an interactive process initiated by attachment and characterised by the differentiation of needs. This process culminates in the encouragement of support and self-help. The significance of factors such as time, trust, reliability, availability, and identification with others for individuals receiving support cannot be overstated. A range of factors can contribute to the development of resilience and mental health balance. These may include, but are not limited to, a supportive person, a partner, family members, and the wider community. The implementation of practical measures to provide early social support has been demonstrated to have a positive impact on the well-being of expectant mothers, their families, and the developmental outcomes of their children. The distinguishing qualities of social support can be assessed by applying the principles of positive transcultural psychotherapy and family therapy to enhance the outcomes of social support. The differentiation of the social support qualities for prevention in family counselling, psychotherapy, social work and mental health as an interactive process in three phases with specific roles in the interaction, and specific qualities to adapt to the process, the interaction and the instruments to the individual needs within the social system is a subject that merits further investigation. The following paper sets out to describe a conceptual model that has been developed in collaboration between social workers, psychotherapists, medical doctors, and counsellors. The purpose of this model is to describe the process, needs, interaction qualities, and roles in social support.

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“Love is just like a beautiful and precious Glass. If you hold it tight, it will break, if you hold it loosely, it will still break.”

In many cultures, the sexuality of the elderly is taboo. This article outlines the important aspects of understanding the sexuality of old people using a holistic method. The various aspects of educative, cultural, religious, and sociological elements are exposed in a transcultural perspective.

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Using metaphors as an instrument of positive psychotherapy in some way reiterates the idea of the myths in Lévi-Strauss’ structuralism that natural phenomena are how myths seek to explain realities belonging to a logical order. Similarly, in their abstraction, metaphors strive to represent realities ‘clothed’ in words and cultural specifics. At the very same time, positive psychotherapy itself provides instruments for the analysis of these realities.

The present study aims to provide a psychological view of R. Wagner’s Der Ring des Nibelungen through the lenses of positive psychotherapy. Due to the complexity of the work, the research focuses on two main leitmotivs of The Ring: cyclicity of life and love vs. power.

Generally, the results indicate that the prism of positive psychotherapy allows one to find the deeper meaning hidden in work, revealing psychological motives of ‘why.’ Hence, it seems possible not only to use metaphors as an instrument of psychotherapy but also to broaden the use of positive psychotherapy as a ‘thinking cell’ in understanding life and culture.

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In the digital age, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in supervisory practices in psychotherapy presents new opportunities for enhancing service quality and accessibility, especially in regions with limited supervisory resources. This paper examines the application of AI tools, such as text-based neural networks in supporting mental health professionals by assisting in case analysis, generating metaphors, and developing therapeutic techniques, thus facilitating more comprehensive and accessible supervision. The rresults indicated great convenience and positive effectiveness of AI in supervision. The findings suggest that AI can significantly enhance the supervisory experience by providing dynamic, context-aware support, though perceptions of effectiveness vary. The implications for future research include the need for further development of AI functionalities, ethical considerations, and integration of diverse psychotherapeutic approaches to meet the evolving professional needs of psychotherapists.

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Nossrat Peseschkian incorporated the use of stories as a key element of Positive Psychotherapy (Peseschkian 2016). Poetry has also been proposed as a powerful tool in psychotherapy and defined as “the use of language, symbol and story in therapeutic, educational and community-building capacities.” (Mazza 2016). Among great poets Fernando Pessoa is relatively unknown due to his writing in Portuguese and to the complexity of his multiple styles, personas and perspectives. Yet, this very complexity makes his poetry, alongside his unique prose, powerful tools to be used in psychotherapy. Finally, his poems are easily accessible in both Portuguese and English today. This article starts with a brief biographical introduction to Pessoa, followed by examples of his work under different voices that can be used by mental health professionals in supporting persons in the process of healing through psychotherapy.

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