Extreme Perfectionistics

Perfectionistic concerns show strong and consistent negative relationships, that is, positive associations with negative characteristics, processes, and outcomes (e.g., neuroticism, maladaptive coping, negative affect) and indicators of psychological maladjustment and mental disorder (e.g., depression). In contrast, perfectionistic strivings often show positive relationships, that is, positive associations with positive characteristics, processes, and outcomes (e.g., conscientiousness, adaptive coping, positive affect) and indicators of subjective well-being and good psychological adjustment (e.g., satisfaction with life)
Athletes who are extreme perfectionists have a pervasive ego orientation, and this should have debilitating effects if