Perfectionism sounds like a positive trait—who wouldn’t want to do their best? It can sound like you are bragging when you say you are a perfectionist. In job interviews, saying one of your challenges is being a perfectionist is seen as a way to state a “fault” that...
Everyone wants to do a good job. But when your need for control, order, and perfection takes over your life—and causes stress in your relationships, work, or health—it may be more than just “being particular.” It may be Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder...
If you have ADHD, you already know how frustrating it can be to manage time, focus, and daily tasks. But what many people don’t realize is that perfectionism is a hidden struggle for many adults and teens with ADHD. Not recognizing this concern, which may be...
