Maladaptive
adjective
Describing behaviors or thoughts that are counterproductive and hinder effective functioning.
His maladaptive coping strategies only made his anxiety worse.
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Formal
maladaptive behavior,maladaptive responses,maladaptive patterns
adjective
Referring to behaviors that fail to adapt to the environment and lead to negative outcomes.
Her maladaptive tendencies prevent her from forming close relationships.
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Neutral
maladaptive traits,maladaptive coping mechanisms,maladaptive mindsets
adjective
Describing behaviors or thoughts that are counterproductive and hinder effective functioning.
His maladaptive coping strategies only made his anxiety worse.
Usage tips
Formal
maladaptive behavior,maladaptive responses,maladaptive patterns
adjective
Referring to behaviors that fail to adapt to the environment and lead to negative outcomes.
Her maladaptive tendencies prevent her from forming close relationships.
Usage tips
Neutral
maladaptive traits,maladaptive coping mechanisms,maladaptive mindsets
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Behavior
Maladaptive behaviors are often strategies that exacerbate problems rather than solve them.
Avoid avoidance methods, which are usually maladaptive.
Pro Tip 2/3Perception
Being aware of maladaptive behaviors can help identify why someone struggles in certain situations.
Recognizing maladaptive thoughts can lead to better mental health.
Pro Tip 3/3Context
Use 'maladaptive' in a formal context, often in psychology or therapy discussions.
In formal evaluations, specify maladaptive behaviors.
Pro Tip 1/3Behavior
Maladaptive behaviors are often strategies that exacerbate problems rather than solve them.
Avoid avoidance methods, which are usually maladaptive.
Pro Tip 2/3Perception
Being aware of maladaptive behaviors can help identify why someone struggles in certain situations.
Recognizing maladaptive thoughts can lead to better mental health.
Pro Tip 3/3Context
Use 'maladaptive' in a formal context, often in psychology or therapy discussions.
In formal evaluations, specify maladaptive behaviors.
Pro Tip 1/3Behavior
Maladaptive behaviors are often strategies that exacerbate problems rather than solve them.
Avoid avoidance methods, which are usually maladaptive.
Pro Tip 2/3Perception
Being aware of maladaptive behaviors can help identify why someone struggles in certain situations.
Recognizing maladaptive thoughts can lead to better mental health.
Pro Tip 3/3Context
Use 'maladaptive' in a formal context, often in psychology or therapy discussions.
In formal evaluations, specify maladaptive behaviors.
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