A REVIEW OF THEORETICAL AND PRACTICAL APPROACHES TO EXTREMOLOGY

The meaning of the notion «extremology» is elabobated, with highlighting the role of extremology in the pres‑ ent-day life of humans. The research aspect of extremology is considered in the direct relationship with its practical aspect. A review of scientific approaches and theories concerned one way or another with the concept of «extreme» is made. The key area for the extremology development is determined: detailed elaboration of «extremology» as a complex research field that would encompass theoretical and applied research as well as practical programs on investigating the behavior of individuals and groups in extreme situations.