Unlocking a Key to Wellness: Addressing the Critical Perfectionist

Authors

Shermeeka Hogans-Mathews, MD, Florida State University

Document Type

Presentation

Presentation Date

7-12-2023

Comments

Presentation: 1:01:27

Abstract

Objectives

At the end of this session, each participant should be able to:

• Define maladaptive perfectionism.
• Describe at least one negative impact on medical student, resident, and physician well-being.
• Define and discuss three types of perfectionism: (self-oriented, other-oriented, and socially-imposed).
• List at least one effective strategy to educate others on the impact of maladaptive perfectionism.
• Formulate at least one behavioral or cognitive change that will be implemented to assist with personal well-being and self-compassion in the future.

Recommended Citation

Hogans-Mathews, MD, Shermeeka, "Unlocking a Key to Wellness: Addressing the Critical Perfectionist" (2023). Department of Family & Community Medicine Presentations and Grand Rounds. Paper 567.
https://jdc.jefferson.edu/fmlectures/567

Language

English