maladaptation

Meanings

• noun

  The inability to adapt to or function properly in new or changed environments.

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Antonyms

adaptation

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Variants

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maladaptation , maladaptations

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'maladaptare', meaning 'to ill-adapt' or 'to make unsuitable'.

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Trivia

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1. Maladaptation is a common issue for individuals with autism spectrum disorders.

2. Maladaptive behaviors can be learned and reinforced through conditioning.

3. Maladaptation can also refer to the inability of an organism to adapt to changing environmental conditions, leading to extinction.

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Related Concepts

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1. adaptation: The process of adjusting to new conditions or environments.

2. maladjustment: A term used in psychology to describe individuals who have difficulty adjusting to their environment or functioning properly in social situations.

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Maladaptation is a concept often used in psychology and neuroscience to describe individuals who have difficulty adapting to new situations or environments. It can manifest in various ways, such as social anxiety, phobias, or learning disabilities.

How to Memorize "maladaptation"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person trying to fit into a new environment but struggling to adapt and function properly.

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3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the word 'maladaptation' by associating it with the idea of 'making unsuitable' or 'ill-adapting' to new situations.

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