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maladaptation Definition

mal·ad·ap·ta·tion (mal′ad əp tā′s̸hən)

noun

inadequate or faulty adaptation

maladaptation Related Forms
mal′·adap′·tive (-ə dap′tiv) adjective
maladaptation Usage Examples

Adjective modifier

  • interpersonal: The course will highlight those developmental pathways which carry greater risk for emotional distress, interpersonal maladaptation, and psychopathology.