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PSYCHOLOGICAL METHODS FOR DIAGNOSING FRUSTRATION IN
STUDENTS
Xayrullayev Qodir Zarfulla oʻgʻli
Tashkent International University of Financial Management and Technologies,
Teacher of the Department of "Pedagogy and Psychology"
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14638737
Abstract:
This thesis is devoted to the study of psychological methods for diagnosing
frustration in students. Frustration is a mental state that occurs due to obstacles
or failures encountered by a person in achieving his goals. The emergence of
frustration in students can be associated with stress, failures, and social or
personal problems during the study process. The thesis describes the main
psychological methods used to diagnose frustration in students, including
interviews, psychological tests, projective methods, observation, and biometric
methods. The advantages and disadvantages of each method are shown, as well
as how it helps to accurately diagnose the state of frustration in students.
Keywords:
Frustration, psychological diagnosis, student, stress, interview,
psychological tests, projective methods, observation, biometric methods, mental
health, emotional state.
Introduction
Frustration is defined as a feeling of failure to achieve one's goals or to
achieve expected results. The emergence of a state of frustration in students can
negatively affect academic performance and personal development. Therefore, it
is important to understand frustration in students and make a correct diagnosis
based on its symptoms and causes. This thesis examines the psychological
methods used to diagnose frustration in students, their advantages and
limitations.
Psychological Concept of Frustration
Frustration is an emotional state that occurs when a person encounters
obstacles on the way to achieving his or her goals. This condition can occur,
especially in students, in the process of studying, in relationships with teachers
or classmates, in personal life, or due to lack of self-confidence. Understanding
frustration as a psychological process increases its importance in diagnosis and
treatment.
Psychological Methods Used in Diagnosing Frustration
There are various psychological methods for diagnosing frustration in
students. They are classified as follows:
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a) Interviews and Conversations
One of the first and simplest methods for diagnosing frustration is to
conduct an interview or conversation with the student. The psychologist asks
questions to understand the emotional state of the student and the problems
facing him. This method is effective in determining the internal state of the
student, because it allows you to study the causes of frustration through a direct
conversation.
b) Psychological Questionnaires and Tests
Using questionnaires and tests specially designed to diagnose frustration,
objective data about the psychological state of students are collected. For
example, the level of frustration of the student is measured using tools such as
the Frustration Scale or the Goal Attainment Scale. These tests help to identify
the student's difficulties in behaving, responding to stress, and achieving goals.
c) Projective Tests
Projective tests (for example, the Rorschach test or TAT - Thematic
Apperceptive Test) are used to understand the student's inner world, his
emotional state and how he reacts to the external environment. Through these
tests, it is possible to determine how the student's feeling of frustration is
formed and how he responds to it.
d) Observation
Another method of diagnosing frustration is to observe the student's
behavior. A psychologist or teacher observes the student's attitude to the lesson,
his enthusiasm for studying, his behavior in stressful situations, and his
relationships with friends. This method allows you to determine the student's
level of frustration and its external signs.
e) Biometric and Neurophysiological Methods
Some psychological laboratories use biometric or neurophysiological
methods, such as electroencephalography (EEG) or biomonitoring (measuring
heart rate and sweating), to measure the level of frustration in students. These
methods help to measure the student's biological responses, especially how they
experience stress.
Signs of Frustration
Appreciating the signs of frustration can help to make a more accurate
diagnosis. Signs of frustration in students can manifest in the following forms:
Emotional states: anxiety, anger, sadness, worry.
Physical states: headache, insomnia, fatigue.
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Cognitive states: loss of interest in studying or work, difficulty
concentrating.
Behavioral: self-isolation, avoidance of studying, feeling bad.
Factors to Consider When Diagnosing Frustration
Age and Personality: Frustration is formed differently in students of each
age group, so an age-appropriate approach is necessary when choosing a
method.
Culture and Social Environment: The social and cultural context of the
student can affect his level of frustration. Local values, educational system and
social environment should be taken into account.
Source of stress: Identifying the sources of frustration for the student
(study, personal life, social pressure) is important for accurate and effective
diagnosis.
Conclusion
Diagnosing frustration in students requires the effective use of
psychological methods. Using interviews, tests, projective methods, observation
and biometric methods, the level of frustration is determined and the necessary
measures are taken against it. Identifying early signs of frustration in students
and developing appropriate approaches to it helps to support their mental and
emotional development. The correct and systematic use of these methods helps
students to be successful in the learning process.
