Perfectionism and Healthy Minds: A Multidimensional Approach to Understanding and Support
Perfectionism is a complex psychological construct that can significantly influence mental health, academic performance, and professional development. This presentation explores the multidimensional nature of perfectionism, distinguishing between adaptive and maladaptive forms. While adaptive perfectionism may foster motivation, goal-setting, and achievement, maladaptive perfectionism is often linked to anxiety, depression, burnout, and reduced self-worth. Drawing on contemporary psychological research, we will explore how perfectionism impacts students, educators, and practitioners alike.
TILE Network
Date: Tuesday 23 September 2025
Time: 16:00 - 17:00
Venue: Teams
Category: Academic events
Speaker: Dr Irina Roncaglia
Perfectionism is a complex psychological construct that can significantly influence mental health, academic performance, and professional development. This presentation explores the multidimensional nature of perfectionism, distinguishing between adaptive and maladaptive forms.
While adaptive perfectionism may foster motivation, goal-setting, and achievement, maladaptive perfectionism is often linked to anxiety, depression, burnout, and reduced self-worth. Drawing on contemporary psychological research, we will explore how perfectionism impacts students, educators, and practitioners alike.
Participants will be equipped with practical, evidence-based tools to promote self-awareness, emotional regulation, and resilience, helping individuals to reframe perfectionistic thinking and cultivate healthier standards of self-evaluation and achievement.