Profane language or profanity as a social phenomenon of the student environment (based on the sociological monitoring results)

The article deals with the problem of using profanity in speech among students. The article shows the general social nature of this problem. At the same time, it was noted that speech free from vulgar, rude words and expressions is both professionally and socially significant for young people. An educated person who has received higher education should be a carrier of speech etiquette. The article reveals the reasons and motives for the widespread use of profanity, and establishes their correlation with the cultural, political, and socio-economic situation in modern society. Based on the materials of sociological research, it is shown that, although the majority of students tolerate profanity, they, at the same time, are aware of the negative nature of this phenomenon, and show a desire to change their habits.