THE SPECIFIC FEATURES OF PSYCHOLOGICAL ADAPTATION OF STUDENTS TO INCLUSIVE EDUCATION
Keywords:
teacher support, peer relationships, family involvement, and the school environment.Abstract
This article explores the specific features of psychological adaptation in students
within the context of inclusive education. It examines how students, both with and
without disabilities, adjust psychologically to inclusive educational settings,
addressing emotional, cognitive, and social adaptation processes. The article highlights
the challenges students face, such as emotional difficulties, cognitive adjustments, and
social integration within a diverse classroom. It also identifies key factors influencing
psychological adaptation, including teacher support, peer relationships, family
involvement, and the school environment. Furthermore, it discusses strategies to
facilitate this adaptation, such as differentiated instruction, promoting positive peer
interactions, and ensuring emotional support for students. The article emphasizes the
importance of fostering an inclusive culture that benefits not only students with special
needs but also enriches the experience of typically developing students.
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