Name: Our dangerous obsession with perfectionism is getting worse
Uploaded: 2019-03-14T15:02:26Z
Duration: 14 min 45 s
Description: Social psychologist Thomas Curran explores how the pressure to be perfect -- in our social media feeds, in school, at work -- is driving a rise in mental illness, especially among young people. Learn more about the causes of this phenomenon and how we can create a culture that celebrates the joys of imperfection.

Social psychologist Thomas Curran explores how the pressure to be perfect -- in our social media feeds, in school, at work -- is driving a rise in mental illness, especially among young people. Learn more about the causes of this phenomenon and how we can create a culture that celebrates the joys of imperfection.

Thomas Curran: Our dangerous obsession with perfectionism is getting worse

Our dangerous obsession with perfectionism is getting worse

Perfectionism's rise over the last 25 years correlates with increased mental illness among youth, challenging societal norms.

Societal shifts and market pressures amplify perfectionism, linking it to depression and anxiety, signaling a need for change.

Embracing imperfection and self-compassion as antidotes to perfectionism can lead to greater peace and personal success.