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Perfectionism and Mental Health in Australian University Students: Is There a Relationship?

Year: 2002

Type: article

Abstract: The relationship between perfectionism and negative emotional states was investigated in 405 male and female Australian University students, using a multidimensional measure of perfectionism, and two measures of emotional distress. There was a significant positive association between perfectionism and (a) depression, (b) anxiety, and (c) stress. This result was independent of age or gender, with the exception of stress. These results and their implications for future research and the treatment of students with high levels of perfectionism are discussed.

Source: QUT ePrints (Queensland University of Technology)

Authors: Robert Schweitzer, Teresa K. Hamilton

Institution: Queensland University of Technology

Language: English

Topic: Perfectionism, Procrastination, Anxiety Studies

Subfield: Clinical Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W1573072089

FWCI: 0.434

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Cited by: 36

Related to: 10