Perfectionism: Challenges, Treatments, and Quotes

The Human Condition02 May, 2023Health

Perfectionism is a personality trait or style characterized by a person?s striving for perfection or flawlessness, setting excessively high performance standards, and a tendency to be overly critical of oneself and others.1 Perfectionists often have an intense focus on their work, tasks, or goals and may experience high anxiety, stress, or dissatisfaction if they perceive that they have not met expectations. Excessive unhealthy perfectionism is associated with mental, emotional, and physical difficulties and reduced subjective well-being.