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·March 19, 2024·5 min read

AI Steps Up in the Fight Against Youth Perfectionism

Scientists are pioneering research into combating perfectionism in young people through artificial intelligence (AI)-enhanced Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Perfectionism (CBT-P). The alarming rise of perfectionism among the youth, characterized by the relentless pursuit of high standards and significant mental health risks, has prompted the exploration of innovative treatment methods.

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·August 1, 2022·4 min read

Perfectionism May Be a Risk Factor for Severe Alcohol Use Disorder

Study finds a link between the personality trait of perfectionism and severe alcohol use disorder.

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·June 3, 2022·3 min read

The Perils of Perfectionism

While there's nothing wrong with having high personal standards, perfectionists often feel as though their achievements and successes are never good enough. Perfectionism increases the risk of depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and several other mental health disorders.

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·May 19, 2019·4 min read

When does clean eating become an unhealthy obsession? New findings on who is at risk

Orthorexia Nervosa, an eating disorder associated with a pathological obsession with healthy eating, has been associated with OCD traits, poor body image, preoccupation with personal appearance and a prior history of eating disorders. Researchers report those who practise vegetarianism or veganism are at an increased risk of developing orthorexia.

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·July 20, 2018·6 min read

Perfectionism in Young Children May Indicate OCD Risk

A new study reports children who exhibit excessive self control and have tendencies toward perfectionism are twice as likely to develop OCD by their teenage years. Researchers report perfectionist children often have smaller dorsal anterior cingulate cortex volume, an area of the brain linked to OCD.

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·July 24, 2017·5 min read

Musicians Have Higher Prevalence of Eating Disorders

Researchers from Imperial College London report musicians may be at a reduced risk of developing eating disorders. In a recent study, researchers found the higher prevalence of eating disorders could be a result of the demands of the job in combination with certain personality traits, including increased levels of perfectionism.