maladaptive

• Qualifie un comportement, une pensée ou un trait qui est contre-productif ou qui entrave le fonctionnement quotidien ; souvent utilisé en psychologie.

Describes a behavior, thought pattern, or trait that is counterproductive or interferes with everyday functioning, often used in psychology.

1. Faulty adaptationC1formal

   Showing an inability to adjust properly to new conditions or environments, often resulting in negative outcomes.

   Inadaptation (défavorable)

   • His maladaptive behavior made it difficult for him to keep a job.
   • The species developed maladaptive traits in the changing climate.
   • Maladaptive coping strategies can worsen mental health issues.

   Synonymesdysfunctionalmaladjustednonadaptiveunadapted

   Antonymesadaptableadaptiveadjustive