Absolute perfectionism is the belief that we ought to be perfect everywhere, all the time, and to everyone. Doing so is impossible, but a healthier version of perfectionism exists.

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There's long been a link between perfectionism and anxiety. Perfectionism is often elevated in anxiety disorders. These include generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), social anxiety, panic ...

Whether perfectionism stems from a fear of judgment ... building — your body and brain will thank you later! Anxiety disorders are the most common U.S. mental illness, affecting 40 million ...

For people who develop hoarding behaviors, possessions take on meanings and values far beyond their practical use. Each item becomes deeply intertwined with ...

Anorexia nervosa with its devastating mental, behavioral, and physical symptoms has the highest mortality rate among ...

Orthorexia is linked to perfectionism, obsessive-compulsive disorder and anxiety. Characteristics include rigid food choices, meticulous planning and a focus on food as a source of health rather ...

Body dysmorphic disorder involves all-consuming negative thoughts about one’s appearance, causing intense anxiety or shame.