maladjustment

Definitions

The failure to cope with the demands of one's environment or social situation.

A state of being poorly or inadequately adjusted to a particular condition or circumstance.

Examples

The child's social maladjustment was evident in his inability to interact with his peers during recess.

Prolonged exposure to high-stress environments can often lead to psychological maladjustment in employees.

The therapist worked with the patient to address the maladjustment that had been hindering his professional growth.

Synonyms

dysfunction inadaptation imbalance incompatibility disorder unfitness irregularity

Antonyms

adjustment adaptation harmony balance compatibility conformity stability