Introduction & Theoretical Background
If you asked 100 people whether they set standards for themselves, almost everyone would say that they do. Standards are important, both for people and society, but they can cause problems. If you strive to meet standards that are extremely demanding and difficult to achieve (what might be called ‘perfectionistic standards’), it can lead to serious difficulties, including anxiety, depression, OCD, and eating disorders.
Demanding Standards is a guide written for clients struggling with perfectionistic or demanding standards. It will help them to understand:
- What standards are, and why people set them.
- When and why standards become demanding and perfectionistic.
- Practical things you can do to address your demanding standards.