The adaptability of the human being to the rapid changes of contemporary society

The article presents the context of the rapid changes in contemporary society – technology, globalization, social and economic crises. Human adaptability and its importance in the face of these changes are defined. The psychological and sociological theories related to adaptability and resilience and the models of adaptation and coping – stress-adaptation, individual vs. collective resilience, etc. are analyzed. The authors also analyze the specific changes in contemporary society and the impact on adaptability, digitalization and the impact of technology on daily life, global mobility and cultural diversity, including strategies for developing adaptability – psychological interventions: mindfulness techniques, stress management, coping skills development; social policies: social support programs, adaptive education, preparation for change; The role of technology in improving adaptive capacity.