Value structure of the Russian youth and its vital behavior at modern stage

In the article the author analyzes the structure of youth basic values in Russia and European countries, defines its contradictions and connection with vital behavior. The article is based on the data of European social survey and face-to-face interviews with people of 15-29 years old. The results show a low value of health, out-of-date vital behavior and the necessity of governmental role in decline of death-risk situations.