Perfectionists are sometimes thought of as superheroes: people who are high achievers and seem to always have it all together.
Perfectionism is different from simply trying to do a good job or even seeking excellence. Rather, perfectionism refers to rigidly requiring nothing short of absolute perfection and being highly self-critical.
Our recent study, published in the journal Child Development, examined how perfectionism is affecting teens’ mental health and stress levels in the age of COVID-19.
Exacting Standards
While research shows some forms of perfectionism are related to small achievement gains, it also reveals perfectionism is commonly associated with experiencing more health problems along with relationship difficulties….