Before we proceed deeper into the discussion about perfectionism and anxiety, let’s first define perfectionism.
Generally, perfectionism is defined as the tendency to strive toward self-improvement and set high standards for oneself. Experts also say it is a “multidimensional phenomenon” with two primary higher-order factors, namely perfectionistic concerns, and perfectionistic striving.
Perfectionistic concerns point to the perception that significant others set high standards for them. It also relates to concerns about the mistakes they made and the tendency to second-guess their abilities. Perfectionistic striving points to the tendencies to set high expectations and standards for oneself.
While perfectionism isn’t considered a mental disorder, it is highly associated with other mental health conditions, such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and bipolar disorder.
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