When Perfect Isn't Good Enough: Strategies for Coping with Perfectionism

In extreme cases perfectionism can prove to be debilitating. A student may not get past the opening paragraph of an essay; a manager with unrealistic expectations may find that her frustration affects her ability to supervise others. When Perfect Isn't Good Enough explores perfectionism and offers a program of cognitive-behavioural strategies for overcoming it. The authors review its causes, the connection to compulsive behaviours, and show readers how to assess the impact of perfectionism on their lives.