Adapt

Definition

Adaptation refers to the process of adjusting or changing behavior, cognition, or physical characteristics in response to changes in the environment. It helps organisms survive and thrive in different conditions.

Related terms

Evolutionary psychology: This field explores how human behaviors have adapted over time through natural selection processes.

Homeostasis:

The body's ability to maintain internal stability despite external changes through physiological adjustments.

Cultural adaptation: When individuals modify their behaviors, beliefs, or customs to fit into a new cultural environment they encounter.