Autism and Perfectionism

Navigating life as a young person with autism comes with its unique set of challenges and strengths.

One common trait many face is perfectionism, a drive to achieve flawlessness that can often feel overwhelming.

While striving for excellence can be motivating, perfectionism can also lead for instance to stress, anxiety, and a fear of failure.

In this resource, we’ll explore how perfectionism affects those with autism. In a future post, we'll talk about strategies for dealing with perfectionism.

Autism And Perfectionism