Abstract
This article explores the psychological impact of perfectionism among healthcare professionals, drawing parallels with the experiences of professional athletes. It advocates for embracing a growth mindset over striving for unattainable perfection, emphasizing continual self-improvement and the dangers of setting unrealistic standards in demanding fields like dentistry.
Recommended Citation
Small, Joel DDS, MBA, PCC, FDIC
(2024)
"The Curse of Perfectionism,"
Articulator Magazine: Vol. 30:
Iss.
2, Article 4.
Available at:
https://commons.ada.org/mddsarticulator/vol30/iss2/4