Psychopedagogical features of the formation of stress resilience of future seafarers: Readiness to overcome the challenges of life activity at sea

This research aims to define and substantiate the core psychopedagogical features comprising specific content, methods, and criteria that are essential for effectively integrating stress resilience training into the professional curricula of future seafarers. A number of adapted psychodiagnostic methods were used to address the tasks related to the stress resilience of future seafarers: 1) Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale (CD-RISC); 2) Perceived Stress Scale (PSS); 3) authors’ questionnaires “Resilience of future seafarers” and “Readiness to overcome stress situations while working at sea”. It was identified that future seafarers’ stress resilience is not only a personal trait but is also heavily influenced by the special conditions of their professional environment. Three most significant factors were identified: 1) the extremity of the profession (the possibility of emergency situations and the need for quick decision-making); 2) communication in a limited space (avoidance and resolution of conflict situations, lack of access to the Internet and other means of communication); 3) physical living conditions (limitation of personal space). ------------------------------------------------------------------------------Cite this article: APA Style:Tyron, O., Hatsenko, L., & Kaminska, S. (2026). Psychopedagogical features of the formation of stress resilience of future seafarers: Readiness to overcome the challenges of life activity at sea. Maritime Technology and Research, 8(3), 284350. https://doi.org/10.33175/mtr.2026.284350 MDPI Style:Tyron, O.; Hatsenko, L.; Kaminska, S. Psychopedagogical features of the formation of stress resilience of future seafarers: Readiness to overcome the challenges of life activity at sea. Marit. Technol. Res. 2026, 8, 284350. https://doi.org/10.33175/mtr.2026.284350 Vancouver Style:Tyron O, Hatsenko L, Kaminska S. (2026). Psychopedagogical features of the formation of stress resilience of future seafarers: Readiness to overcome the challenges of life activity at sea. Marit. Technol. Res. 8(3):284350. https://doi.org/10.33175/mtr.2026.284350 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Highlights Stress resilience in future seafarers is conceptualized as a multidimensional construct, integrating general and profession-specific components. The expression of resilience is shaped by occupational maritime conditions, extending beyond general psychological traits. Adaptive functioning in future seafarers coexists with vulnerability to uncertainty and isolation. Stress resilience emerges from the interaction of personal psychological resources and professional context. Three core stress domains underpin resilience development: occupational extremes, communication in confined environments, and physical living conditions.