This paper is aimed to examine the prevalence
of such negative emotional states as tension, anxiety and
depression among students and dentists (n=80). Herein,
we developed the "Method for treating negative emotional
states" and analyzed its effectiveness.
The data of questionnaire survey and determination of
adaptive potential were assessed according to R.M. Baevsky.
It was revealed that such parameter as decrease in the heart
rate by 7 beats per minute could be used as a criterion to
evaluate the effectiveness of treating negative emotional
states in medical professionals. It has been proved that our
original method is effective in managing negative emotional
states, thus maintaining working ability, professional
longevity and mental health among specialists and future
doctors.