The Psychology of your 20s

86. Perfectionism and academic anxiety

May 2, 2023

Perfectionism is increasingly impacting young people's mental health. The discussion reveals its ties to OCD and ADHD, and how it fuels academic anxiety. Listeners learn effective strategies like the 80-20 rule and cognitive behavioral therapy to combat these pressures. Embracing imperfection is highlighted as a key to reducing anxiety and redefining success. The podcast encourages a shift towards valuing meaningful experiences over grades, promoting a healthier mindset for navigating challenges in life.

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Overcoming Failure with Grab the Bullet Visualization

01:17

Perfectionism & Procrastination

02:06

The Different Types of Perfectionism and Their Effects on Relationships and Well-being

02:10

Perfectionism: Misconceptions and Core Definition

00:49

Intro

2min

The Perils of Perfectionism

27min

Confronting Perfectionism: Embracing Imperfection in Life

5min

Embracing Imperfection: Navigating Academic Anxiety

10min

Encouragement to Share and Reflect on Podcast Impact

2min

Perfectionism is on the rise amongst young people, and in this episode we break down exactly what it means to have perfectionist tendencies. We examine the theories of personality, our upbringing, links to OCD and ADHD and what it means for academic performance and anxiety. We also dive into some of the methods for minimising our perfectionism, including visualisation, the 80-20 rule, cognitive behavioural therapy and positive self talk to show how life isn't perfect, so you don't have to be either. Listen now.

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