Understanding Maladaptive Perfectionism in College Students
- 1 September 2012
- journal article
- review article
- Published by Wolters Kluwer Health in Nurse Educator
- Vol. 37 (5) , 202-205
Abstract
Admission to nursing programs is highly competitive. Students strive for excellence, but their pursuit of perfectionism may become unhealthy. The author explores current literature to help faculty understand differences in adaptive perfectionism versus maladaptive perfectionism, recognize the signs of maladaptive perfectionism, be aware of the influencing forces, distinguish common effects from critical manifestations, and explore intervention strategies.Keywords
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