Perfectionism, Health, and Well-Being [electronic resource] /
Sirois, Fuschia M.editor.
Molnar, Danielle S.editor.
This book brings together the world's leading perfectionism researchers and theorists to present their latest findings and ideas on how and why perfectionism may confer risks or benefits for health and well-being, as well as the contexts which may shape these relationships. In addition to providing an overview of the latest research in this field, this volume explores new conceptual models that may help further our understanding of when, how, and why perfectionism may be implicated in health and well-being.  After presenting an overview of the conceptual and measurement issues surrounding the concepts of perfectionism, health, and well-being, three sections address the implications of perfectionism for health and well-being. The first of these sections provides an overview of research and theory on the role of perfectionism in health and illness, health behaviors, and chronic illness. The next section of the book focuses on the cognitive and affective underpinnings of perfectionism as they relate to psychopathology, distress, and well-being, including how it applies to eating disorders, depression, and anxiety.   The final section of the book explores specific contexts and how they may contour the associations of perfectionism with health and well-being, such as in the domains of interpersonal relationships, academic pursuits, and work-related settings. Perfectionism and wellbeing is a topic not just for researchers and scholars, but clinicians and practition ers as well. For this reason, chapters also include a discussion of prevention and treatment issues surrounding perfectionism where relevant. By doing so, this volume is an important resource for not only researchers, but also for those who may wish to use it in applied and clinical settings.  By presenting the latest theory and research on perfectionism, health, and well-being with a translational focus,  Perfectionism, Health, and Well-Being makes a unique and significant contribution to perfectionism as well as general wellness literature,  and highlights the need to address the burden of perfectionism for health and well-being.
Description based upon print version of record.
1. Conceptualizations of Perfectionism, Health, and Well-Being: An Introductory Overview -- pt. I Perfectionism and Physical Health -- 2. Perfectionism in Health and Illness from a Person-Focused, Historical Perspective -- 3. Perfectionism and Health Behaviors: A Self-Regulation Resource Perspective -- 4. Trying to Be Perfect in an Imperfect World: Examining the Role of Perfectionism in the Context of Chronic Illness -- 5. The Role of Perfectionism in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome -- pt. II Perfectionism, Psychopathology, and Well-Being -- 6. Perfectionism, Worry, and Rumination in Health and Mental Health: A Review and a Conceptual Framework for a Cognitive Theory of Perfectionism -- 7. Personal Standards and Self-Critical Perfectionism and Distress: Stress, Coping, and Perceived Social Support as Mediators and Moderators --
8. Anxiety and Perfectionism: Relationships, Mechanisms, and Conditions -- 9. Perfectionism and Eating Disorders -- pt. III Perfectionism, Health, and Well-Being in Context -- 10. Perfectionists Do Not Play Nicely With Others: Expanding the Social Disconnection Model -- 11. Perfectionism in Academic Settings -- 12. Perfectionism in Employees: Work Engagement, Workaholism, and Burnout -- 13. Perfectionism, Health, and Well-Being: Epilogue and Future Directions.
Includes bibliographical references at the end of each chapters and index.
This book brings together the world's leading perfectionism researchers and theorists to present their latest findings and ideas on how and why perfectionism may confer risks or benefits for health and well-being, as well as the contexts which may shape these relationships. In addition to providing an overview of the latest research in this field, this volume explores new conceptual models that may help further our understanding of when, how, and why perfectionism may be implicated in health and well-being.  After presenting an overview of the conceptual and measurement issues surrounding the concepts of perfectionism, health, and well-being, three sections address the implications of perfectionism for health and well-being. The first of these sections provides an overview of research and theory on the role of perfectionism in health and illness, health behaviors, and chronic illness. The next section of the book focuses on the cognitive and affective underpinnings of perfectionism as they relate to psychopathology, distress, and well-being, including how it applies to eating disorders, depression, and anxiety.   The final section of the book explores specific contexts and how they may contour the associations of perfectionism with health and well-being, such as in the domains of interpersonal relationships, academic pursuits, and work-related settings. Perfectionism and wellbeing is a topic not just for researchers and scholars, but clinicians and practition ers as well. For this reason, chapters also include a discussion of prevention and treatment issues surrounding perfectionism where relevant. By doing so, this volume is an important resource for not only researchers, but also for those who may wish to use it in applied and clinical settings.  By presenting the latest theory and research on perfectionism, health, and well-being with a translational focus,  Perfectionism, Health, and Well-Being makes a unique and significant contribution to perfectionism as well as general wellness literature,  and highlights the need to address the burden of perfectionism for health and well-being.
Consciousness.
Psychology, clinical.
Quality of Life
Personality and Social Psychology.
Health Psychology.
Quality of Life Research.
Positive Psychology.
Perfectionism, health, and well-being