This compendium studies methodological and applied challenges found among interethnic relations as part of forming up collective attitudes towards social optimism and a sense of ownership of one's country. The problems of psychological support to population in crisis situations have been uncovered, some social and psychological ways to overcoming the psychological and traumatic impact of the pandemic, military and other types of threats have been discussed. Current issues of youth socialization, the development of civic competence, psychological readiness for professional activity and ideas about life success have been discussed through the political and psychological context. Particular attention is paid to the parasocial interaction and the development of informational patriotism.

The target group of the compendium are the scholars in the domain of political psychology and related sciences, teachers and students.