Sanogenic Thinking of Ukrainian Youth: Challenges and Mental Health Strategies in the Context of Military-Political Stressors

Abstract

The article is devoted to the conceptualisation and neuropedagogical modelling of sanogenic thinking as a cognitive-affective resource of youth psychological resilience under conditions of war and chronic stress. The authors analyse sanogenic thinking within the framework of the modern neurocentric paradigm as a dynamic system that integrates metacognitive awareness, emotional regulation, and the reconceptualisation of experience. The aim of the study is to theoretically substantiate the category, select relevant techniques for its stimulation, and develop strategies for psychohygienic support. The methodological basis includes the analysis of interdisciplinary neuropsychological literature, projective-modelling, and systemic-organisational approaches. The authors propose an somatosensory-cognitive model for influencing sanogenic thinking, involving body- and cognitively-oriented practices (conscious and voluntary rhythmic movements, coworking and collaboration, perception of musical works, etc.). These and other neuropedagogical mechanisms, predominantly applied in group activities, rely on sensory and motor techniques within the context of neuro-social mechanisms of mutual trust, support, participation, and shared experience. The proposed model offers promising prospects for practical implementation in the system of youth psychorehabilitation during wartime and holds potential for international scalability.