The way of life and its adaptive function
In article is considered a way of life, as the psychological phenomenon which is playing a part in processes of the organisation of a life by the person. The phenomenology of a way of life is described. Distinction between concepts «way of life» and «style of life» is spent. In article is underlined adaptive function of a way of life, and the empirical data confirming this position is cited. The factors influencing formation of a way of life of the person are considered. System property of a way of life is marked.