SOCIAL RELATIONS OF STUDENTS IN MILITARIZED HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS: A SOCIO-PSYCHOLOGICAL ANALYSIS
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.31149/ijnps.v4i4.2815Keywords:
Social Relations, Militarized Education, Social Identity, Leadership, Subordination, Group Dynamics, Psychological ClimateAbstract
This article provides a comprehensive socio-psychological analysis of social relations among students in militarised higher education institutions. Within contemporary educational systems, particularly those operating under strict discipline and hierarchical organisation, the structure and quality of interpersonal relationships significantly impact students' personal development, psychological stability and professional competence. Consequently, studying social interactions in such environments is an important scientific and practical issue within the fields of social psychology and educational research. This study examines the main factors influencing the formation and development of social relations among students in militarised educational settings. Particular focus is placed on the impact of hierarchical structures, organisational culture, leadership and subordination mechanisms, social identification processes and communication patterns within student groups. These factors determine the nature of interactions between individuals, as well as the formation of group cohesion, discipline and collective responsibility. Additionally, the article explores the socio-psychological mechanisms that regulate the development of interpersonal relations in militarised academic environments. Such institutions are characterised by strict organisational rules, clear role distribution and a system of authority that shapes communication patterns and behavioural expectations. Within this framework, students develop specific forms of social interaction that contribute to the formation of professional identity, group solidarity and psychological resilience.
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