#962 The Perfection Trap with Thomas Curran (Part 1) - Listen - Dr

#962 The Perfection Trap with Thomas Curran (Part 1)

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Professor Thomas Curran is (among many impressive titles) a 'perfectionist expert'. He unpacks the 'what, why, where, who, and how' of perfectionism in part 1 of this compelling discussion with Dr Justin Coulson. Part 2 of this conversation can be found here. Today's conversation covers: What is perfectionism? The link between mental health challenges and perfectionism Perfectionism in children - genetics or environmental? The 3 types of perfectionism Intergenerational transmission of perfectionistic tendencies The challenging cycle of self-defeat The Perfection Trap Thomas Curran's new book TEDMED - Our dangerous obsession with perfectionism is getting worse Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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