Social and psychological determinants of monotony in activities

this article presents the results of a study on monotony in activities. It shows that activities are accompanied by numerous factors that influence performance. The ability to successfully cope with monotony is an important human skill. Every year, more and more attention is being paid to the study of monotony in our country. This article examines issues related to the influence of a group's collective orientation on the manifestation of monotony. The increasingly complex development of the scientific and technological revolution and the progressive advancement of our society are factors that are significantly changing the situation. Social and psychological determinants of monotony in activity include characteristics of group work (coordination, compatibility), individual characteristics (individualism/collectivism), and the influence of the social environment. These factors influence performance, reducing it due to monotonous actions and lead to symptoms such as drowsiness, absent-mindedness, and decreased attention. Monotonous work can lead to psycho-emotional overload. Signs of this condition include anxiety. The functional state that occurs with monotonous activity can lead to mistakes and other negative consequences. These include: excessive fatigue, nervous tension, and the development of neuroses. A state of monotony is characterized by a deterioration in actions, a slowing down, and an increase in errors in work. A deterioration in the main parameters of activity, as well as the psychophysiological manifestations of a state of monotony, indicate that under these conditions, productivity declines. Methods for combating monotony include accelerating the pace of work; frequently changing activities; organizing breaks and pauses; and enhancing motivation through understanding the significance of the work being performed. To add variety to your life, you can step outside your comfort zone by trying new activities, such as workshops or sports, and change up your routine. It's helpful to take walks, travel short distances, meet new people, volunteer, and spend less time on devices.

educational work, psychological personality traits, monotony, activity, personality orientation