DEVELOPMENTAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE EMOTIONAL SPHERE IN ADULTHOOD UNDER CONDITIONS OF SOMATIC ILLNESS (ON THE EXAMPLE OF THYROID DISEASE)

This article analyzes the developmental characteristics of the emotional sphere in adulthood under conditions of somatic illness, using thyroid disease as an example. The research was conducted on the basis of an integration of developmental psychology, clinical psychology, and psychobiological approaches. Thyroid hormones have a significant influence on the functioning of the central nervous system, affective processes, and mechanisms of response to stress. The study examined indicators such as depression, anxiety, emotional stability, and quality of life. The results confirm that somatic illness has a significant impact on the trajectory of emotional development during adulthood.