Education of altruism in a society of progressive narcissism

the article discusses the importance of focusing attention in the process of educating the younger generation on the development of altruistic character traits, since narcissism is actively cultivated in modern society, especially among young people. Narcissism as a personality trait that contradicts moral and ethical criteria and norms is a serious problem that, one way or another, throws down a kind of challenge to modern society, asking the question of the role of moral principles necessary in regulating human behavior. Reflections on this topic led the authors of the article to conduct some research on the altruistic aspirations of young people aged 19-20. For this purpose, a questionnaire was developed, and the questions of the questionnaire were asked during a conversation with each young person. In general, such methods as analysis of philosophical, psychological and pedagogical literature were used. The pedagogical experience of interaction with young people of the authors of the article, many years of observation of the features of communication and behavior of young people entering a higher educational institution contributed to a deep penetration into their mental organization. The results of the survey, interviews, observations and, in general, interaction with young people make us think deeply about the significant, primary role of educating the younger generation and, above all, their altruistic qualities.

altruism, education, narcissism, narcissistic person, morality, ethics, moral choice, character