Adaptive Behaviors
Definition
Adaptive behaviors are actions that enable a person to effectively carry out basic activities necessary for self-care and social interaction.
Analogy
Consider adaptive behaviors as tools in your survival kit. Just like having a compass helps you navigate through unknown terrains (adaptation), these behaviors help you navigate through life successfully.
Related terms
Coping Mechanisms: Strategies people use in order to deal with stressful situations.
Life Skills: Abilities for adaptive and positive behavior that enable individuals to deal effectively with the demands and challenges of everyday life.
Resilience: The process of adapting well in the face of adversity, trauma, tragedy, threats or significant sources of stress.
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