maladjusted
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But due to twists of fate, she’s the miserable, maladjusted one.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 24, 2026
"Numerous studies have disproven these myths that only children are maladjusted, spoiled, and lonely," explains Dr Adriean Mancillas, a psychologist and professor in California State University's education department.
From BBC ● Dec. 4, 2025
Her equally maladjusted parents, her close circle of blunt friends, her lovers and, most importantly, her children bring her the comfort that she has long been searching for.
From Salon ● Feb. 13, 2025
According to Davis, during the latter half of the 20th century, many Americans came to believe that divorce could be blamed for maladjusted children, poor educational outcomes, crime, poverty, and more.
From Slate ● Oct. 30, 2023
His teachers say he’s very intelligent but maladjusted, that he cries every night and disturbs the other boys’ sleep.
From "Dreaming in Cuban" by Cristina García
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