> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://compassly.gitbook.io/compassly-docs/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://compassly.gitbook.io/compassly-docs/core-modules/program-library/maladaptives.md). # Maladaptives **Page type:** Overview\ **Status:** Draft (Noah Edit)\ **Owner:** Compassly Documentation Team\ **Last verified:** 2026-04-02 (Noah Edit: 2026-04-22) **Audience:** Super Admin, Admin, Supervisor, Clinician ## Purpose Of Maladaptives *"Any behavior identified for reduction or elimination." (Emily Andreola, BCBA)* Maladaptive behaviors are behavioral patterns of inflexible behavior that reflect poor self-control and occur despite their harmful consequences. Those behaviors lead to undesirable outcomes in a broad range of a person's life domains. By properly defining, creating, and assigning these behaviors in Compassly, we can ensure strong communication, as well as promote optimal care and safety for both the client and staff. ## What This Section Covers This material covers the management of maladaptive behavior records in the Compassly Program Library. These records can be viewed, created, edited, deleted, or imported in bulk, depending on your role and the actions available in your workspace. ## Before You Start Before reviewing this section, confirm the following: * You must be able to sign into Compassly. * You are able to navigate to **Program Library** via the navigation menu on the left side of any page in Compassly. * You are able to navigate to **Maladaptives** via the navigation menu on the left side of any page in Compassly. > #### Some actions, such as deletion, may be restricted by role. ## How To Get There 1. Sign in to Compassly. 2. In the left navigation menu, select **Program Library**. 3. In the left navigation menu, select **Maladaptives** from the dropdown menu under ***Program Library***. ## What You Can Do Here Depending on your role, you may be able to: * view the maladaptive list * search for a maladaptive * open maladaptive details * add a new maladaptive * edit an existing maladaptive * delete a maladaptive * import maladaptives in bulk ## Role Differences * ***Super Admin:*** Can view, add, import, download, edit, clone to client, and delete maladaptives. * ***Admin / Supervisor / Clinician:*** Can view maladaptive lists and details and can clone maladaptives to clients. They cannot add, import, download, edit, or delete Program Library maladaptives. * **Basic:** Does not have access to **Program Library** > **Maladaptives**. ## Guides In This Section ### VIEW AND REVIEW * [View Maladaptive List](/compassly-docs/core-modules/program-library/maladaptives/view-maladaptive-list.md) * [View Maladaptive Details](/compassly-docs/core-modules/program-library/maladaptives/view-maladaptive-details.md) ### CREATE * [Add New Maladaptive](/compassly-docs/core-modules/program-library/maladaptives/add-new-maladaptive.md) * [Import Maladaptives](/compassly-docs/core-modules/program-library/maladaptives/import-maladaptives.md) ### MANAGE EXISTING RECORDS * [Edit Maladaptive](/compassly-docs/core-modules/program-library/maladaptives/edit-maladaptive.md) * [Delete Maladaptive](/compassly-docs/core-modules/program-library/maladaptives/delete-maladaptive.md) ## Notes For This Section * Screens and available actions may differ by role. * Some older screenshots or field names may not match the current product and should be re-verified during page updates. ## What Happens Next Choose the guide that matches the task you need to complete.\ If you are new to this section, start with "View Maladaptive List". 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