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Sep 2023
26m 38s

135: How Do I Combat My Kid's Perfection...

DR. LISA DAMOUR/GOOD TROUBLE PRODUCTIONS
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What causes kids to struggle with perfectionism? Dr. Lisa explains why young people sometimes hold themselves to unsustainable standards and how adults can help them to set realistic goals. Reena asks how parents can counter the harmful self-talk that often accompanies perfectionism and when parents should worry that perfectionism could lead to depression. I ... Show More
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