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The speakers examine the relationship between perfectionism and eating disorders, focusing on anorexia. They discuss the external rewards and internal costs of perfectionism, as well as the rigidity present in both perfectionism and anorexia. The chapter highlights the high mortality rate of anorexia and the detrimental effects of perfectionism on it.

Aiming for perfect sounds like a good thing, right?

But when perfectionism grows into hurtful self-criticism and unrelenting standards, it can be damaging for your mental health.

And it turns out, perfectionism is linked to an already complex group of mental illnesses.

Today, the role perfectionism plays in eating disorders.

Please take care while listening if this topic is sensitive for you. And if you would like support, the Butterfly Foundation has a national support helpline for body image issues or eating disorders. You can reach them on 1800 33 4673 or head to their website.