Features of the moral and ethical reflection of the modern adult

Abstract

The article deals with the analysis of such a complex and multifaceted phenomenon as a moral reflection. This paper follows the idea of special relevance of the study of moral and ethical development of modern personality and the real needs of both science and society in a new psychological understanding of this phenomenon. The work summarizes the views on these issues formed within the humanistic-oriented branches of psychology, draws a parallel between moral reflection and successful personal development, and demonstrates the need for both individuals and society to create awareness and moral responsibility for it. The empirical part the article presents the results of the first phase of an experimental study of moral and ethical reflection of the modern adult and outlines the prospects for further progress of the experiment.