Maladjustment
Pronunciation: /ˈmæɫˈədʒəstmənt/
Maladjustment (noun)
- A problem in how someone deals with daily life, causing trouble at home, school, or work.
- Unhelpful behaviour or attitudes that do not match the rules or expectations of a group.
- A lasting difficulty in coping that affects feelings, thinking, and actions, often linked to stress or trauma.
Examples
- Her maladjustment made daily routines feel impossible.
- Their maladjustment showed when they changed jobs.