"Dysfunctional behaviors" refers to actions or habits that are not healthy or helpful for individuals or their relationships. These behaviors can create problems and prevent people from functioning well in their daily lives. Full definition
As in any other addiction, it is important to know what triggers dysfunctional behavior in your relationships. (tacomachristiancounseling.com)
That is, it was always presumed that dysfunctional marital relationships caused dysfunctional behavior patterns in children. (mediate.com)
I believe some of yoga's most profound effects on health have to do with its ability to alter long - standing dysfunctional behavior. (yogajournal.com)