Підлітковий нігілізм як чинник соціальної дезадаптації

The aim of the research. The study aims to examine the relationship between adolescent nihilism and psychological well-being. Methods of the Research. The research applied theoretical (analysis, generalization, systematization) and empirical methods. A cross-sectional design involved 31 adolescents aged 12-18 years. Psychodiagnostic tools included the WHO-5 Well-Being Index and two author-developed questionnaires assessing nihilistic manifestations in the educational environment and attitudes toward life, rules, and the future. Descriptive statistics and Pearson correlation were used for data analysis. Research Results. Theoretical analysis highlighted nihilism as a complex psychosocial phenomenon emerging during adolescence. Empirical findings showed that most adolescents exhibit moderate psychological well-being, with emotional instability manifested in mood fluctuations, energy levels, and interest in daily activities. A significant correlation was found between psychological well-being and adolescent nihilism in the educational context (r = 0.505; p < 0.01), indicating that lower psychological well-being may enhance adolescent nihilism, including negative attitudes toward social norms, learning, and future expectations. Conclusions. Adolescent nihilism reflects the interaction between emotional state, value orientations, and the social environment. Enhancing psychological well-being can serve as a preventive factor against destructive nihilistic attitudes. These findings provide a foundation for developing targeted psychoeducational and corrective programs.