ADHD Experts Podcast 385- Perfectionism and ADHD: Making ‘Good Enough’ Work for You
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Jan 21, 2022 
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Perfectionism Defined and Effects
- Perfectionism demands flawlessness beyond situational needs and fuels anxiety and procrastination.
- It's distinct from ambition and is linked to a fixed mindset that limits growth and adaptability.
Adaptive vs Toxic Perfectionism
- Perfectionism has adaptive and toxic forms, with the toxic side causing self-criticism and fear of failure.
- It manifests as self-directed, socially prescribed, or other-oriented, deeply impacting mental health and relationships.
Perfectionism and ADHD Overlap
- Perfectionism and ADHD share traits such as all-or-nothing thinking and sensitivity to criticism.
- Perfectionism often acts as a coping mechanism to control anxiety associated with ADHD challenges.