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   adversity

   /ədˈvəːsɪti/

   noun

   • 1. a difficult or unpleasant situation: "resilience in the face of adversity"

   Word Origin Middle English: from Old French adversite, from Latin adversitas, from advertere ‘turn towards’.

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   What is adversity in psychology?

   • What is adversity? Adversity is any situation that turns your life upside down, whether it’s the death of a loved one, a financial hardship, or a health crisis. It’s an event that negatively disrupts your routine and impacts your emotional, physical, or mental wellbeing.

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   What is adversity & how does it affect your life?

   • Adversity is any situation that turns your life upside down, whether it’s the death of a loved one, a financial hardship, or a health crisis. It’s an event that negatively disrupts your routine and impacts your emotional, physical, or mental wellbeing. Sometimes, multiple challenges hit at the same time, making it even more difficult to manage.

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   How do you overcome adversity?

   • Taking care of your physical and mental health, staying flexible, and being open to change can also help support you. Resilience doesn’t mean you won’t experience stress or hardship, but it can help you recover and continue to move forward, despite the obstacles. Can professional therapy or counseling aid in overcoming severe adversity?

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   How does adversity affect your mental health?

   • Adversity can impact your mental health by creating persistent feelings of anxiety or sadness and causing issues with sleep and appetite. You may also lose interest in activities you once enjoyed, which can lead to withdrawal from social activities and isolation.

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   Is it possible to avoid adversity?

   • Trust us, we’ve been there. When life knocks you down, it’s natural to feel overwhelmed, sad, or angry and no matter how hard you try, it’s almost impossible to avoid adversity completely. While it might not make any sense, you can try to reframe these moments as opportunities for growth and learning.

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   Can biological conditions help you adapt to adversity?

   • Some researchers have pointed out that certain genes and biological conditions may contribute to your ability to adapt to adversity. However, since resilience is a process, it stands to reason that these biological conditions also may be in a state of change.

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3. blog.calm.com › blog › overcoming-adversity15 mindful tips and techniques for overcoming adversity

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   Sep 18, 2024 · What is adversity? Adversity is any situation that turns your life upside down, whether it’s the death of a loved one, a financial hardship, or a health crisis. It’s an event that negatively disrupts your routine and impacts your emotional, physical, or mental wellbeing.

4. www.merriam-webster.com › sentences › adversityExamples of 'Adversity' in a Sentence - Merriam-Webster

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   Sep 18, 2024 · adversity. noun. Definition of adversity. Synonyms for adversity. He showed courage in the face of adversity. We had to learn to deal with adversity. My entire life has been built around adversity and on-the-spot adaptation. — Dalton Ross, EW.com, 18 Sep. 2024. The Wildcats had a 17-3 lead and the ball when adversity struck for the first time.

5. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Psychological_resiliencePsychological resilience - Wikipedia

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   2 days ago · Resiliency allows a person to rebound from adversity as a strengthened and more resourceful person. [ 14 ] Some characteristics associated with psychological resilience include: an easy temperament, good self-esteem, planning skills, and a supportive environment inside and outside of the family.

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   4 days ago · The American Psychological Association's (APA) definition of resilience is: "the process and outcome of successfully adapting to difficult or challenging life experiences, especially through mental, emotional, and behavioral flexibility and adjustment to external and internal demands.

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   Sep 29, 2024 · Resilience doesn't just mean bouncing back from challenges; it's also about growing stronger through adversity. What makes a person resilient? There are many factors that contribute to resilient behavior, including personality traits, upbringing, genetics, environmental factors, and social support.

9. thebrilliance.org › embracing-adversity-on-theFinding Strength in Adversity on the Road to Greatness

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   Sep 19, 2024 · Embracing Adversity on the Path to Greatness: Finding Strength in Every Struggle. Adversity is the storm that tests our resolve and the shadow that reveals our deepest fears. It is the crucible where our true selves are shaped, challenging us to confront our limits and discover our inner strength.

10. simplicable.com › life › difficult-situations102 Examples of Difficult Situations - Simplicable

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    Sep 17, 2024 · Adversity. Significant obstacles in life faced by individuals, families and communities. This can be due to social issues such as poverty, discrimination or social injustice. It is also common for adversity to result from individual life circumstances such as an injury. more » Work Difficulties.