THE FACTOR OF SOCIAL ANXIETY IN THE FORMATION OF PROFESSIONAL IDENTITY.

this article theoretically analyzes the impact of the level of social anxiety on the process of professional self-awareness and professional identification in young students. The study interprets professional self-awareness as the process of harmonizing a person's abilities, interests, values, and life goals with professional activity, and justifies its role in the professional development of a person. The negative effects of social anxiety on students' self-esteem, professional motivation, and the process of professional self-awareness are highlighted based on scientific sources. The importance of socio-psychological characteristics of the educational environment and supportive pedagogical approaches in reducing social anxiety and strengthening professional identification is also shown. The results of the study are of scientific and practical importance in improving psychological and pedagogical mechanisms aimed at supporting professional development in young students.