Fantalova, Kukanov. [On values and internal conflicts of women suffering from depression]

Abstract:
[The features of the value-motivational sphere in women with depressive disorders (DR) have been revealed here. Using the system "Diagnostics of internal conflict" by E. Fantalova, it was showed, that for women with DR, it is very much important to focus on others, relationships with loved ones, protection and improvement of their well-being. They do not seek to improve social status and success, they are indifferent to fashion and culture trends and sensual pleasure. The main thing for them is the stability and conservatism of society and life. They are dominated by the terminal values of Universalism, Preservation of their own individuality, Faith in God, Love for children and a higher level of feeling of loneliness. The index of discrepancy between Value and Availability in DR is significantly lower than the control, which indicates a decrease in the motivation for activity in different spheres of life. In women with DR, states of Tosca, Suppression and Apathy prevail, and in women without DR, states of Inner calmness and Inner comfort prevail. With increasing differentiation between what is desired and what is available, women with DR develop tension and discord with themselves. In women with DR, there is a decrease in the mismatch between value and accessibility in a set of vital areas, which indicates a withdrawal from social problems and a general decrease in incentives for activity.]