Affiliation:
1. Don State Technical University
2. Don State Technical University
Abstract
Introduction. Reflection stands as an ability to self-analyze, critically comprehend the present, and predict the future. It helps a person to cope with a situation of uncertainty, therefore, justifies the study on this matter. In our article, we considered the works of Russian and foreign scientists regarding reflection, self-observation, and attitude towards time perspective. However, it appears that the connection between leading type of reflection and attitude towards time perspective remains undiscovered.Purpose. We will study the relationship between reflection type and attitude towards time perspective in youth.Materials and Methods. The following methods were chosen: the Zimbardo Time Perspective Inventory; “The Image of a Possible Future” method (V. N. Petrova), “Differential Type of Reflection” (D. A. Leontiev, E. M. Lapteva, E. N. Osin, A. Z. Salikhova); and “Life-Purpose Orientations” test (D. A. Leontiev). For the statistical analysis, we used Kruskall-Wallis H test.Results. Examination of the answers (n=228) revealed the differences in attitude towards time perspective in the respondents with different types of reflection (systematic reflection, quasi-reflection, introspection). Thus, quasi-reflection as a leading reflection type expresses itself in higher focus on the future, daydreaming about it, and searching for the hedonism in the present. The predominance of introspection is seen through difficulties in understanding past experiences, belief in the force of circumstances, and a lower level of satisfaction with the process and result of life. Systematic reflection distinguishes itself in high level of self-awareness, personal maturity, shaped goals in life, and life-purpose orientations clearness.Discussion and Conclusion. In this section, we justify the accuracy of the results obtained. Significant differences were found in the groups: “fatalistic present”, “life process”, “life productivity”, “locus of control self” and “locus of control life”. It confirms that reflection serves as one of the factors associated with attitude towards time perspective. The results can be applied in study courses made for university students’ subject “Psychology of the Life Path”.
Publisher
FSFEI HE Don State Technical University
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